The Milwaukee Bucks have made notable roster changes, acquiring center Jericho Sims from the New York Knicks in exchange for guard Delon Wright, the draft rights to Hugo Besson, and cash considerations. This trade, confirmed late Thursday, comes alongside the Bucks’ decision to send three-time All-Star Khris Middleton to the Washington Wizards for forward Kyle Kuzma.

Bucks General Manager Jon Horst expressed gratitude for Middleton's 12-year commitment to the organization and the Milwaukee community, acknowledging his profound impact both on and off the court. Sims, who averaged 1.6 points and 3.3 rebounds in 39 games this season, replaces Wright, who had similar low averages with the Bucks.

Delon Wright has joined the New York Knicks via a trade that involved Jericho Sims moving to the Milwaukee Bucks as part of a three-team deal. Known for his defensive prowess, Wright is one of just three players this season to record at least 23 steals and nine blocks while playing under 405 minutes. The nine-year veteran plays a pivotal role in creating turnovers and disrupting offensive plays, having previously led the NBA in deflections per 48 minutes.

However, Wright’s performance this season has raised eyebrows; he is currently averaging a mere 2.5 points per game with shooting percentages well below his career averages. Knicks head coach Tom Thibodeau hopes Wright can regain his shooting touch, as the team desperately needs scoring depth, especially from the bench. Despite Wright's defensive capabilities, the Knicks still face challenges, particularly regarding their size on the wing.

In a strategic move as the trade deadline approached, the New York Knicks traded Jericho Sims to the Milwaukee Bucks, acquiring veteran point guard Delon Wright as the centerpiece of the deal. The Knicks also swapped draft rights, sending Mathias Lessort to the Bucks for Hugo Besson, and received cash considerations.

Wright, a seasoned player in his 10th NBA season, previously averaged 2.5 points and 1.8 assists in 26 games for the Bucks this season. Known for his solid defensive capabilities and positive locker room presence, he could bolster the Knicks' backcourt, which already includes Miles McBride and Cameron Payne. The Knicks will look to integrate Wright into their rotation as they head into a critical phase of the season.

In a significant trade, the New York Knicks have dealt Jericho Sims to the Milwaukee Bucks as part of a three-team deal that also involves Kyle Kuzma and Khris Middleton. The Knicks acquire veteran guard Delon Wright, draft rights to Hugo Besson, and cash considerations.

Sims, who struggled to find a role in New York, averaged just 2.4 points and 3.9 rebounds over 177 games. As the Knicks faced a pressing need for quality minutes, especially with Mitchell Robinson out, Sims found himself benched in favor of rookie Ariel Hukporti. The Bucks hopes to capitalize on Sims' athleticism next to Giannis Antetokounmpo.

The New York Knicks have traded Jericho Sims to the Milwaukee Bucks in a deal involving Kyle Kuzma and Khris Middleton. The Knicks will acquire Delon Wright and cash for Sims, who has struggled to find a consistent role in New York.

Sims, a 2021 second-round pick, has seen limited playing time, often unable to capitalize on opportunities due to injuries in the Knicks’ frontcourt. In Milwaukee, he may find more minutes, especially with Brook Lopez as the primary center but no traditional backup on the roster.