The Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly planning to waive second-year forward/center Tyler Smith.
The move would be made to open a roster spot in order to keep Amir Coffey on the team for opening night.
Coffey secured his place after joining the Bucks on a training camp contract and earning his way onto the final roster.
Smith was noticeably absent from Milwaukee’s open practice on Sunday, signaling the organization’s direction.
The Bucks have until 5 PM ET on Monday to reach full regular season roster compliance.
If Milwaukee follows through with waiving Smith, his salary will remain on the books.
He would count for $1.9 million in dead money for the 2025-26 season.
The remaining two seasons on the 6-foot-10 big man’s contract are non-guaranteed, which gives the Bucks financial flexibility beyond this year.
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— RealGM (@RealGM) October 19, 2025
