Andre Jackson Jr. will have a crucial time during Summer League
Summer League Crucial for Bucks Star Player Amid NBA Moves originally appeared on Athlon Sports.
The Milwaukee Bucks have seen some serious shakeups during the NBA Free Agency window, waving goodbye to familiar faces like Damian Lillard and Chris Livingston while bringing in names like Myles Turner and Gary Trent Jr. Amidst the hustle, there’s a quiet battle brewing on the Bucks’ Summer League roster and it involves third-year guard Andre Jackson Jr.
Jackson, who played 67 games last season, is entering what could be a defining year in his young NBA career. Averaging just 3.4 points in 14.6 minutes, Jackson showed flashes of defensive brilliance, especially when inserted into the starting lineup alongside Damian Lillard. But his inconsistent offense and persistent foul issues held him back. Doc Rivers gave him chances but didn’t shy away from pulling him early when mistakes piled up.
Now, Jackson has one clear shot to prove he belongs, the NBA Summer League.
His spot on the roster isn’t guaranteed, and with his contract set to become fully guaranteed on July 7, the pressure’s on. Fansided's Dalton Sell mentioned, how Bucks' coach Doc Rivers trusted in Jackson.
The Bucks’ Summer League squad includes names like Tyler Smith, Bogoljub Markovic, and two-way talents like Jamaree Bouyea, but Jackson headlines the list of players with the most to prove. With elite defensive tools and positional versatility, Jackson could still carve out a valuable role if he can stay out of foul trouble and add offensive consistency.
The Bucks are watching closely, and for Jackson, this summer may be his best and last chance to secure a future in Milwaukee.
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This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jul 6, 2025, where it first appeared.
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