1 Realistic free agent target the Milwaukee Bucks should pursue from each team

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Philadelphia 76ers - De'Anthony Melton

For many, Kelly Oubre Jr. would take this spot. Although the Bucks should certainly have him on their radar, he's been talked about by this writer ad nauseam. so it felt right to switch it up, especially when the Philadelphia 76ers have another eye-catching free agent target for the Bucks, and that is guard De'Anthony Melton.

Perhaps Melton's most interesting feature is his wingspan, which measures in at 6-foot-8 despite him standing at just 6-foot-2. That frame has helped mold him into a pesky defender, matching up against opponents of all shapes and sizes. He's also no slouch offensively, averaging double-digit points while shooting 36 percent or better on his 3-pointers in each of the last three seasons.

At just 26, Melton is also still rather young; in Milwaukee, he'd be among the youngest players in town, helping address their need for youth. If the team is hunting for backup point guard help, Melton is one of the best names set to be available once free agency begins.

Despite his desirability, the thought of Melton landing in Milwaukee may be wishful thinking. Even if he was limited to just 38 games this past season due to injury, a team with a need for guard depth and a good amount of spending money could easily outbid the Milwaukee Bucks. Still, that shouldn't stop the front office from doing their due diligence.