{"id":126868,"date":"2025-03-04T13:58:10","date_gmt":"2025-03-04T18:58:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/?p=126868"},"modified":"2025-03-04T13:58:10","modified_gmt":"2025-03-04T18:58:10","slug":"ryan-rollins-earns-well-deserved-promotion","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2025\/03\/04\/ryan-rollins-earns-well-deserved-promotion\/","title":{"rendered":"Bucks Guard Earns Well-Deserved Promotion"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Milwaukee Bucks have officially converted <a href=\"https:\/\/www.basketball-reference.com\/players\/r\/rolliry01.html\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Ryan Rollins\u2019<\/a> two-way contract into a standard NBA deal for the remainder of the season, as reported by <a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/ShamsCharania\/status\/1896669314377474462\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Shams Charania<\/a>. This move solidifies Rollins&#8217; place in the Bucks&#8217; backcourt as they prepare for the stretch run of the regular season and the playoffs.<\/p>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-theme=\"dark\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\">\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">The Milwaukee Bucks are converting two-way guard Ryan Rollins to a standard NBA contract for the rest of the season, agents Mike Silverman and Brandon Grier of Equity Basketball told ESPN. Rollins, 22, has averaged 10.4 points and 39% shooting on 3s in 8 starts this season. <a  href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/tuEPh7sBNu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/tuEPh7sBNu<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) <a  href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/ShamsCharania\/status\/1896669314377474462?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">March 3, 2025<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2>Bucks&#8217; Ryan Rollins Earns Well-Deserved Promotion<\/h2>\n<h3>A Well-Deserved Promotion<\/h3>\n<p>Rollins&#8217; elevation to a full NBA contract is a testament to his perseverance and impact on the court. The 22-year-old guard has made the most of his limited opportunities, averaging 4.9 points, 1.6 rebounds, and 1.3 assists in 12.5 minutes per game while shooting 45.1% from the field and 34.8% from beyond the arc. Though his role has fluctuated, he has proven to be a reliable contributor when <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2024\/12\/29\/ryan-rollins-rise-making-the-case-for-consistent-minutes\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\">given extended minutes<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div class=\"sr_share_wrap\" style=\"overflow: auto;\">\n<table id=\"\" class=\"sr_share\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; font-size: .83em; border: 1px sold #aaa; overflow: auto;\" data-soc-sum-scope-type=\"player_season\" data-soc-sum-phase-type=\"reg\" data-soc-sum-table-type=\"PlayerPerGame\" data-soc-sum-entity-id=\"rolliry01\" data-soc-sum-params=\"null\">\n<caption>\u00a0<\/caption>\n<colgroup>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/>\n<col \/><\/colgroup>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\">Season<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\">Age<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\">Team<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\">Lg<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\">Pos<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\">G<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\">GS<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">MP<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">FG<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">FGA<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">FG%<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">3P%<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">FT%<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">TRB<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">AST<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">STL<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">BLK<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">TOV<\/th>\n<th style=\"background-color: #ddd; border: 1px solid #aaa; padding: 2px;\" scope=\"col\" data-filter=\"1\" data-name=\"\">PTS<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\" scope=\"row\"><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.basketball-reference.com\/players\/r\/rolliry01\/gamelog\/2025\/?utm_source=direct&amp;utm_medium=Share&amp;utm_campaign=ShareTool\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">2024-25<\/a><\/th>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">22<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\"><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.basketball-reference.com\/teams\/MIL\/2025.html?utm_source=direct&amp;utm_medium=Share&amp;utm_campaign=ShareTool\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MIL<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\"><a  href=\"https:\/\/www.basketball-reference.com\/leagues\/NBA_2025.html?utm_source=direct&amp;utm_medium=Share&amp;utm_campaign=ShareTool\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">NBA<\/a><\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">PG<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">39<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">8<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">12.5<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">1.9<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">4.2<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">.451<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">.348<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">.833<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">1.6<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">1.3<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">0.7<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">0.3<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">0.8<\/td>\n<td style=\"border: 1px solid #ccc; padding: 2px 3px 2px 2px;\">4.9<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<div id=\"credit_per_game_stats\" class=\"sr_share\" style=\"font-size: 0.83em;\">Provided by <a  href=\"https:\/\/www.sports-reference.com\/sharing.html?utm_source=direct&amp;utm_medium=Share&amp;utm_campaign=ShareTool\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Basketball-Reference.com<\/a>: <a  href=\"https:\/\/www.basketball-reference.com\/players\/r\/rolliry01.html?sr&amp;utm_source=direct&amp;utm_medium=Share&amp;utm_campaign=ShareTool#per_game_stats\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View Original Table<\/a><br \/>\nGenerated 3\/4\/2025.<\/div>\n<p>One of his standout performances came recently in a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/game\/mil-vs-was-0022400799\/box-score\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">win against the Washington Wizards on February 21<\/a>, where he logged 33 minutes, scoring 15 points on 6-of-10 shooting. His ability to step up in key moments likely played a significant role in the Bucks\u2019 decision to reward Rollins with a standard contract.<\/p>\n<h3>Overcoming Adversity<\/h3>\n<p>Rollins&#8217; journey to this point has not been without challenges. Despite dealing with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbssports.com\/fantasy\/basketball\/news\/bucks-ryan-rollins-dealing-with-dislocated-shoulder\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">lingering shoulder injury<\/a>, he has remained committed and has shown resilience, earning the trust of head coach <a href=\"https:\/\/www.basketball-reference.com\/players\/r\/riverdo01.html\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Doc Rivers<\/a> and the Bucks&#8217; front office. His work ethic and ability to stay ready when called upon have made him a valuable depth piece for Milwaukee.<\/p>\n<p>With injuries and roster adjustments throughout the season, <a href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/basketball\/2024\/11\/10\/bucks-rotation-young-players-offer-hope\/\" target=\"_self\">Rollins&#8217; versatility<\/a> has been crucial. Whether as a secondary ball-handler or a defensive spark off the bench, he has provided steady minutes when the Bucks needed reinforcements in the backcourt.<\/p>\n<h3>Bucks\u2019 Backcourt Moves<\/h3>\n<p>The Bucks wasted no time in filling Rollins&#8217; vacated<a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/ShamsCharania\/status\/1896669471395258445\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> two-way contract slot<\/a>, signing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.basketball-reference.com\/players\/b\/bouyeja01.html\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jamaree Bouyea<\/a> to bolster their guard depth. Bouyea, 25, has been impressive in the G League with the Austin Spurs, <a href=\"https:\/\/stats.gleague.nba.com\/player\/1631123\/?Season=2024-25&amp;SeasonType=Regular%20Season#:~:text=%2B\/%2D-,2024%2D25,-AUS\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">averaging 18.9 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 4.2 assists per game<\/a>. While he may spend more time with the Wisconsin Herd initially, he represents another potential asset for Milwaukee.<\/p>\n<h3>What\u2019s Next for Rollins and the Bucks?<\/h3>\n<p>Securing a standard deal for the rest of the season gives Rollins an opportunity to further establish himself as an NBA-caliber guard. With the Bucks currently sitting at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/standings#:~:text=W%203-,4,-Milwaukee%C2%A0\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">34-25<\/a> and aiming to solidify their playoff positioning, his continued development could be a factor in Milwaukee\u2019s postseason depth.<\/p>\n<p>Rollins\u2019 promotion is also a reminder that the Bucks are always looking to maximize their roster, rewarding players who earn their spot. If he continues to make an impact, he could carve out a more permanent role beyond this season. For now, Rollins has earned his place in Milwaukee\u2019s rotation. The next step is proving that he belongs long-term.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"modal-image-setImageMetadata\">\n<p class=\"ng-binding\">Photo credit: \u00a9 Michael McLoone-Imagn Images<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Milwaukee Bucks have officially converted Ryan Rollins\u2019 two-way contract into a standard NBA deal for the remainder of the season, as reported by Shams Charania. This move solidifies Rollins&#8217; place in the Bucks&#8217; backcourt as they prepare for the stretch run of the regular season and the playoffs. 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