Russell has joined the Bucks! Hello, NBA All-Star point guard! He is expected to influence the Eastern Conference playoff landscape.

It is expected that Russell will leave the Nets to join the Bucks as a free agent...

That sounds quite promising.

With Lillard suffering a torn left Achilles tendon, he is expected to miss most, if not all, of the next season, and the Bucks are in urgent need of a replacement.

Russell bringing his talent to Milwaukee at this moment is like a timely blessing, a much-needed boost, and he will definitely be utilized well.

Born in 1996, Russell is currently 29 years old and in his prime. He was the second overall pick in 2015 and was selected to the All-Star team in 2019. To date, his best season (2019-20) saw him average 23.6 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 6.2 assists with the Warriors, and 21.7 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 6.6 assists with the Timberwolves, along with 1.4 steals.

Therefore, Russell still has significant talent and is relatively young. His addition could greatly assist Giannis, helping to lead the Bucks in their pursuit of the playoffs next season. Of course, winning the championship will depend on the management continuing to strengthen the roster.

Some may criticize, asking what happens to Russell when Lillard returns from injury? This is not a concern at all; Russell has already become accustomed to switching between starting and coming off the bench during his time with the Lakers, and he wouldn't mind taking on a super sixth-man role now.

If Russell successfully joins, the Bucks could form a starting lineup of him, Trent, Kuzma, Giannis, and a yet-to-be-determined center (Brook Lopez has entered free agency and may not return), which would provide them with a certain level of competitiveness to make an impact in the traditionally weak Eastern Conference.

Playing alongside Giannis, Russell's primary responsibility should be to showcase his shooting skills, particularly his accuracy. In his best season (2023-24), he averaged 41.5% shooting from three-point range, but this season, both his output and efficiency have declined. The Bucks could be the perfect place for him to regain his peak form.

Regardless of the circumstances, Russell should be recognized as a lethal shooter who cannot be overlooked!

无论如何，拉塞尔都应该是不可忽视的致命射手才对！