Ranking every Milwaukee Bucks player by trade likelihood

Dec 13, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) gets a pass away
Dec 13, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) gets a pass away / Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
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No. 5 - A.J. Green

After a successful rookie campaign, the Bucks handed A.J. Green a nice deal to come back that was extremely team-friendly. In a limited sample size, Green has proven to be an excellent 3-point shooter, having hit 42.2 percent of his career triples. Given that Green hasn't been in Milwaukee's rotation too much, opposing teams could undeniably inquire about the marksman.

Just like with Livingston, Green's deal is on the lighter side, making $1.9 million this season. The next two years are also non-guaranteed, which is what makes this so team-friendly. Some team looking at more outside shooters could potentially covet Green in return. Also like Livingston, the Bucks should not make him untouchable, but if they do entertain moving him, it should be the right deal.

No. 4 - Robin Lopez

If the Bucks need to add salary filler to any deal, Robin Lopez will be the first name they throw into the trade package. The big man has not played a prominent role this season and has been serving as an emergency backup center to his brother, Brook Lopez. His future with the Bucks is certainly under a microscope and will continue to be until the deadline passes.

Robin is on a minimum deal, so his salary would not be a game-changer, but that also means that some team could be more willing to take him in because it would be easier to then waive him or just keep him. Given his minimal role in Milwaukee's rotation, the front office likely would not hold onto the big man too dearly, especially if the return came immediately help the team.