Gary Trent Jr. was a major addition to the Milwaukee Bucks this offseason, bringing much-needed depth, defensive skills, and sharpshooting to the team. However, there are some concerns surrounding his impact on the team.
Trent left the Bucks' first preseason game after running into a screen from Pistons big man Jalen Duren. He was clearly in pain from the second of the collision.
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The Bucks said that Trent would not return to the game due to a left elbow hyperextension.
There are no details beyond that after the game; it will likely be a day or two before we know how much time Trent may miss.
Trent was a steal of a veteran minimum signing by the Bucks this offseason and an upgrade in the starting five from Malik Beasley. Last season in Toronto, Trent averaged 13.7 points and 2.6 rebounds a game while shooting 39.3% from 3.