The Milwaukee Bucks sent shockwaves through the NBA when they waived star point guard Damian Lillard to make room for the signing of free-agent center Myles Turner.

In Part 1 of an exclusive discussion, Horst delves into his faith in Doc Rivers, Giannis as point forward and the team's big-picture vision.

Unless another move is made to open up a roster spot, this likely means that second-round pick Bogoljub Marković will not be rostered next season. Anthony and Livingston would give the Bucks 14 guaranteed contracts, with Andre Jackson Jr. at the 15th spot on a partially guaranteed deal.

The Milwaukee Bucks, after waiving Chris Livingston earlier this month, are re-signing the forward to a guaranteed one-year, $2.3 million contract, ESPN reported on Wednesday afternoon.

After being waived by the Bucks two weeks ago, former second-round pick Chris Livingston has reached an agreement to return

Cole Anthony, a 6-foot-2 guard, joins the Bucks after five seasons with the Orlando Magic. He recently agreed to a buyout with the Memphis Grizzlies.

Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic guard Trevelin Queen (12) and guard Cole Anthony (50) celebrates after a called foul against the Miami Heat in the fourth quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images | Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images Cole Anthony had been a productive guard over his five NBA seasons (with the Orlando Magic).

Milwaukee Bucks general manager Jon Horst told The Athletic's Eric Nehm that he waived Damian Lillard and signed Myles Turner because he feels it's his "responsibility" to give Giannis Antetokounmpo the best chance of contending in the near future.

Milwaukee team president Peter Feigin has weighed in on trade chatter swirling around the Bucks superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo.