Brian Sampson

Wisconsin

Writer at Forbes

I'm not here to be average, I'm here to be awesome. Creator of @BucksFilmRoom and writer for @ForbesSports.

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Milwaukee Bucks Battle Plan: 4 Tactics To Defeat Pacers In Playoffs

6 days ago | forbes.com | Brian Sampson

If the Milwaukee Bucks want to avenge last year’s playoff defeat and knock the Indiana Pacers off their high horse, they’ll need to execute a precise and disciplined battle plan. With a healthy Giannis Antetokounmpo in the fold and Damiann Lillard on his way back, the Bucks have the weapons. Now it’s about strategy. Here are four tactics Milwaukee must deploy to win the war. 1.
Milwaukee Bucks Must Keep Tyrese Haliburton Out Of The Paint

1 week ago | forbes.com | Brian Sampson

For the past two seasons, Tyrese Haliburton has been a walking migraine for the Milwaukee Bucks—relentlessly picking apart their defense and making life miserable for whoever draws the short straw of guarding him. The Indiana Pacers’ floor general has torched Milwaukee repeatedly, leading his team to key victories while letting everyone know about it, one celebration at a time. His flair, confidence, and showmanship are all part of the package.
Milwaukee Bucks Playoff Fate Hinges On Beating Pacers' Pressure

1 week ago | forbes.com | Brian Sampson

The Milwaukee Bucks are no strangers to the Indiana Pacers. These two squads have gone toe-to-toe 15 times since the start of the 2023-24 NBA season—long enough for this matchup to feel more like a recurring nightmare than a regular rivalry. The Pacers have had Milwaukee’s number during that stretch. They took eight of 11 matchups last year, knocked the Bucks out of the In-Season Tournament, and sent them packing in a 4-2 first-round playoff loss. Talk about rubbing salt in the wound.
3 Chiefs Whose Bold Trades Could Reignite a Super Bowl

2 weeks ago | kckingdom.com | Brian Sampson

2. Skyy Moore, Wide ReceiverSkyy Moore’s Chiefs career hasn’t taken off—it’s barely left the runway. The 2022 second-rounder enters the 2025 season with just 494 receiving yards and one measly touchdown to his name. That’s not a slump. That’s a misfire. Trading him now would be an open admission that the pick didn’t pan out—but it might also be the kind of quiet move that shakes the roster just enough to make a difference. Moore still has value. It’s just buried.
3 Chiefs Whose Bold Trades Could Reignite a Super Bowl

2 weeks ago | kckingdom.com | Brian Sampson

3. Joshua Williams, CornerbackJoshua Williams has quietly climbed the ranks in Kansas City’s secondary, but with the draft approaching, the Chiefs could float a bold idea: flip him now and reload elsewhere. The 2022 fourth-rounder out of Fayetteville State isn’t a household name, but his 6-foot-3 frame and press-man versatility have made him a valuable chess piece in Steve Spagnuolo’s defense.
3 Chiefs Whose Bold Trades Could Reignite a Super Bowl

2 weeks ago | kckingdom.com | Brian Sampson

1. Isiah Pacheco, Running BackIsiah Pacheco has been an integral part of the Chiefs’ offense through the first three years of his career. He racked up 830 rushing yards and five touchdowns in his rookie season and 935 yards and seven touchdowns in Year 2. Unfortunately, he took a step back last year, rushing for only 310 yards and one touchdown as he was limited by injuries. Trading him would be a seismic move—his energy and production have been jet fuel for two Super Bowl runs.
3 Chiefs Whose Bold Trades Could Reignite a Super Bowl

2 weeks ago | kckingdom.com | Brian Sampson

The Kansas City Chiefs are working to reload for the next chapter of the Patrick Mahomes era. Mahomes’ cap hits are about to balloon. He’s set to count just $28 million against the cap in 2025—a relative bargain—but that number is projected to skyrocket past $74 million in both 2026 and 2027. The front office may rework his deal to spread out the financial weight, but make no mistake: Mahomes will be a high-priced cornerstone for the rest of his career.
Ryan Rollins Is An Unsung Hero For The Milwaukee Bucks

2 weeks ago | forbes.com | Brian Sampson

What took the Milwaukee Bucks so long? Hindsight is 20/20, but it’s wild it took them so long to pluck Ryan Rollins off a two-way deal and give him a real seat at the table. That move finally came in early March. Rollins had used up his two-way eligibility, and the Bucks didn’t want to let him walk. With a need for point guard depth, they turned to the 22-year-old who had logged just 140 NBA minutes before this season.
4 First-Round Prospects Chiefs Could Draft to Replace Joe Thuney

2 weeks ago | kckingdom.com | Brian Sampson

Here are four first-round prospects the Kansas City Chiefs should consider to replace Joe Thuney in the 2025 NFL Draft. 3. Kelvin Banks Jr., TexasThese next two prospects would either need to slide unexpectedly or require the Chiefs to trade up—but sometimes, you have to pay a toll to drive in the fast lane. Kelvin Banks Jr., a 2024 first-team All-American, is one of the best offensive tackles in the class.
4 First-Round Prospects Chiefs Could Draft to Replace Joe Thuney

2 weeks ago | kckingdom.com | Brian Sampson

Here are four first-round prospects the Kansas City Chiefs should consider to replace Joe Thuney in the 2025 NFL Draft. 1. Donovan Jackson, Ohio StateDepending on who you ask, Donovan Jackson is either a future guard or a tackle in the NFL. The Chiefs should roll with his versatility in the short-term, as they figure out his long-term future. A five-star recruit coming out of high school, Jackson stepped into a starting role as a sophomore and never looked back.