Journal Sentinel Bucks beat writer Matt Velazquez discusses the team's recent loss to Washington and why it wasn't all that disappointing. Does Giannis Antetokounmpo get a leg up in the MVP race after the Bucks went to Houston and won? What makes this team so tough in third quarters? Could Brook Lopez realistically compete in the 3-point contest on All-Star weekend? What's ahead for Milwaukee as it hits the road in Memphis and Orlando? I mean, the obvious answer is Splash Mountain on Splash Mountain.

Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com.

We've all been operating under the assumption that Giannis is the favorite to win the NBA MVP for the 2018-19 season, but is he? We'll learn more Wednesday when the Bucks travel to Houston and face the reigning MVP and co-favorite for the award, James Harden. Journal Sentinel Bucks beat writer Matt Velazquez chats about that meeting, plus the Bucks' recent hard-fought win over Utah and tough loss at the hands of Eastern Conference heavyweight Toronto. Just how daunting is that road ahead, with 13 of 18 games away from Fiserv Forum, and what has Matt seen from George Hill and Thon Maker in recent games? 

After that, host JR Radcliffe chats with DJ Wilson about his emergence in the Bucks rotation, his underdog story dating back to high school and Michigan hoops.

Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com. 

The Bucks have won four straight, eight of nine and own the best record in the NBA after victories on both Christmas and New Year's Day. Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez swings by to discuss the state of the high-flying Bucks, from Brook Lopez's all-star candidacy to the emergence of DJ Wilson to the MVP case for Giannis Antetokounmpo. What were Matt's impressions of Milwaukee's first Christmas Day game since 1977? What does he make of the upcoming games against Eastern Conference heavyweight Toronto and Houston -- a team with another viable MVP candidate?

Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com.

The Bucks win back-to-back road games with some big minutes from DJ Wilson and Sterling Brown, plus some peak Giannis. Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Malcolm Brogdon absence, the guard rotation, the Earned Jerseys, Christmas in New York and #TheThing making an appearance in Milwaukee's narrow win over Detroit.

Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com.

We have a trade! Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez breaks down the motivation behind the swap that sent John Henson and Matthew Dellavedova to Cleveland and brought in George Hill and Jason Smith. Was there ever a chance the Bucks could land Sam Dekker? Also, a look back at a week that featured a loss to Golden State and an impressive win over Toronto. Malcolm Brogdon was huge in the latter game; what's his future in Milwaukee beyond 2018-19? Plus: big minutes for Sterling Brown.

Then, host JR Radcliffe chats with Pat Connaughton about his baseball background (the Baltimore Orioles still own his rights), his "Planet Pat" nickname and playing pickup basketball games in his home state of Massachusetts -- where his name is on the court.

Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com.

Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the rare benching of Khris Middleton in New York and Middleton's long-term future in Milwaukee, as well as the team's up-and-down play against Chicago and the Knicks. Is the Mario Hezojna-Giannis beef foolishness? Plus, a look ahead to a big stretch with Golden State and Toronto on the docket.

Then, JR asks some Very Important Questions to Bucks forward Brook Lopez, with topics ranging from cats to hair to swimming to Star Wars.

The Milwaukee Bucks split their four most recent games, including two tough one-possession losses to Charlotte and Phoenix. Host JR Radcliffe asks Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez: is it OK to feel really bummed about the past week of play? Matt takes a look at the Bucks a quarter of the way into the season, examines if Giannis is the MVP frontrunner and analyzes where Thon Maker fits into the grand scheme.

Where does Giannis' crazy spin move against the Suns rank among his greatest plays ever, and my word, did Milwaukee really score 143 on the West-leading Blazers?

Matt also chats about his beard (and Thon Maker's thoughts on the topic), plus a call out to anyone willing and able to make a video featuring all of Ersan Ilyasova's drawn charges.

Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com.

Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the 12-4 Bucks, who've been walking a high-wire act with some wild rallies lately. Topics include the late-game excellence of Eric Bledsoe (again), the injuries to John Henson and Donte DiVincenzo, the absurdity of the Bulls game, the City Jerseys and the availability of Wizards players now that Washington has imploded.

Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com.

Bucks beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to talk about the Milwaukee Bucks' four-game road trip on the west coast. They split but managed wildly impressive wins over the Golden State Warriors and Denver Nuggets. Are they the best team in the NBA?

Matt discusses the Brook Lopez Revolution, the emergence of Eric Bledsoe as a late-game option, the return of Jabari Parker to Milwaukee this week and those gold city jerseys. Yay or nay?

Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com.

Journal Sentinel beat reporter Matt Velazquez joins host JR Radcliffe to discuss the Bucks two most recent games, a loss to Boston that nonetheless offered some optimism and a dominant win over Sacramento. As the Bucks head out west for four games, it's becoming more and more clear that this team is for real. What does Matt think the team still has to show out west? What's his evaluation of the Eric Bledsoe trade, one year later. Is Mike Budenholzer really the difference between last year's so-so showing and this year's powerhouse? Does the 117-113 loss to Boston count as a disappointment or as reason to be even more excited?

Music intro: "Wide Eyes" by Chad Crouch, available at freemusicarchive.org and soundofpicture.com.