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Doc Rivers on what Jericho Sims told him when Milwaukee Bucks traded for him, claims he ‘may be right’

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers can feel a little happier after his team won their first game of the playoffs. A straightforward home victory for the Milwaukee Bucks saw the team narrow the Indiana Pacers‘ series lead to 2-1.

NBA News / New York Knicks on SI / April 26

Former Knicks Center Getting Bigger Role With Bucks

The Milwaukee Bucks called to Jericho and the former New York Knicks center rose to the occasion. A busy night from Jericho Sims coincided with the Bucks' first win of the 2025 postseason, as the ex-New Yorker played just under 15 minutes in the 117-101 win over the Indiana Pacers on Friday night.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Last Word On Sports / April 18

Analyzing How Damian Lillard’s and Jerricho Sims Updated Status Affects Bucks Playoff Rotation & Prospective?

On Saturday, the Milwaukee Bucks (48-34) won’t have Damian Lillard for the start of their series against Indiana Pacers (50-32). Lillard has not played since March 18 due to deep vein thrombosis in his right calf, so the news wasn’t unexpected.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / The Lead / April 18

Porter Jr., Sims are Bucks’ Playoff Needle Movers

At the 2025 NBA trade deadline, few were talking about the Milwaukee Bucks’ ‘other trades’. Many viewed the Bucks acquiring Kevin Porter Jr. and Jericho Sims as minor or meaningless additions, maybe cracking the rotation for a few minutes here or there.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / April 15

Report: Jericho Sims likely available for first round of playoffs

The trade deadline big man acquisition is returning from thumb surgery As the Milwaukee Bucks gear up for the start of their first-round playoff series against the Indiana Pacers later this week, we’ve been getting updates about player availability in drips and drabs.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / March 23

Top Frontcourt Options For Bucks to Replace Jericho Sims

The Milwaukee Bucks need every healthy body possible as they try to make a push at the end of the season for the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference standings.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Last Word On Sports / March 18

Bucks Key Reserve May Be Out For Remainder Of Regular Season

The Milwaukee Bucks were involved in a four-team deal at the NBA trade deadline. They added two new pieces in the trade. One was 2020 NBA champion, Kyle Kuzma.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / March 17

Bucks big man out four weeks after undergoing thumb surgery

He is expected to be sidelined for approximately four weeks with a likely return for the playoffs, the statement adds.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / March 16

Bucks' Jericho Sims playing through ‘significant’ thumb injury

Bucks backup big man Jericho Sims suffered a right thumb sprain on Saturday against the Pacers, but will play through it, at least for the time being.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / March 16

Bucks Notes: Giannis, Porter, Sims, Kuzma, Bridgeman

The battle to be named the NBA’s Most Valuable Player this season has turned into a two-man race, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokic considered the heavy favorites to earn the honor.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 14

How Bucks’ trade deadline additions are forging new offensive firepower

The Milwaukee Bucks include a player in AJ Green who refuses any chance to dunk. Now they’ve got a player in Jericho Sims who refuses almost any shot but a dunk.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 14

Bucks’ Damian Lillard keeps it 100 when deciding Jericho Sims nickname

The Milwaukee Bucks made easy work of the Los Angeles Lakers, securing a 126-106 victory despite a stellar 45-point performance from Luka Dončić. While Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, and Brook Lopez each contributed over 20 points, it was a key bench player who quietly left his mark—Jericho Sims, per NBAAnalysis.

NBA News / ESPN / March 13

Luka Doncic, Jericho Sims dazzle in thrilling Lakers-Bucks first half

Doncic and Sims delivered jaw-dropping plays as the Lakers and Bucks traded blows in a high-energy first half.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA Analysis Network / February 21

Doc Rivers makes his feelings clear on Jericho Sims contribution in Milwaukee Bucks win, he scored 0 points

The Milwaukee Bucks overcame challenging circumstances to earn a home win over the LA Clippers. Hours before the Milwaukee Bucks took on the Clippers, the team were rocked by a suspension for Bobby Portis.

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / February 14

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 12

Jericho Sims Among Names Discussed At Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Lakers have an undeniable hole at the center position for the rest of this season. That gap was meant to be filled by Charlotte Hornets big man Mark Williams, but a failed physical forced the Lakers to rescind the deal after the deadline had already passed, leaving L.A.

NBA News / Empire Sports Media / February 11

Lakers nearly traded for former Knicks backup center

The New York Knicks were very quiet in this year’s trade deadline, with a Jericho Sims and Delon Wright swap being their only move. New York didn’t have many tradeable assets that would get their team over the hump, and Sims’ value was incredibly low due to poor play and inconsistent time on the court.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / February 5

Bucks Landing Knicks’ Jericho Sims As Part Of Kyle Kuzma Trade

The Milwaukee Bucks are set to acquire backup center Jericho Sims from the New York Knicks, NBA sources have confirmed to Shams Charania of ESPN. The deal will be part of a larger transaction involving Milwaukee and Washington, as reported earlier today.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / February 5

Knicks are expected to trade veteran big man before deadline

A Tuesday report indicated the Lakers, Clippers, and Bucks are among Sims’ potential suitors, while a separate report stated that the Nuggets are also in the market for a backup center.

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / January 30

Insider: Knicks 'Really Likely' to Trade Jericho Sims

Jericho Sims may be coming to the end of his metropolitan watch with the New York Knicks. Answering fan questions with the trade deadline looming, SNY Knicks insider Ian Begley seems to believe that one of the likelier moves of the team's in-season transactional plan would be to move Sims, the backup center that has fallen out of the rotation.

New York Knicks News / Empire Sports Media / January 22

Knicks backup center expected to be a top trade target

New York Knicks center Jericho Sims could be suiting up for a different team soon. Stefan Bondy of the New York Post reported last week that the team is actively shopping Sims on the trade market, and with a relatively weak trade deadline coming up, Sims could be heavily sought after.

New York Knicks News / Larry Brown Sports / January 14

Report: Knicks trying to trade one notable player

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New York Knicks News / Fastbreak on SI / January 13

New York Knicks Player Reportedly On NBA Trading Block

On Monday night, the New York Knicks lost to the Detroit Pistons by a score of 124-119. Jericho Sims was ruled out for the game due to a back injury. Before the game, Stefan Bondy of The New York Post reported that Sims is on the trading block.

New York Knicks News / Fadeaway World / January 13

New York Knicks Trying To Trade Jericho Sims

The Knicks are reportedly trying to move Jericho Sims. Stefan Bondy of the New York Post is reporting that after Sims has been moved out of the Knicks' rotation, the front office are looking to find a trade partner to shop Sims around and get a good deal for him.

New York Knicks News / Last Word On Sports / December 27

4 Players Knicks Could Acquire in Jericho Sims Deal

When one rises, one must fall. This is particularly true for Jericho Sims, who, despite averaging nearly 15 minutes per game at the start of the season, has now seen his playing time fall off a cliff.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / December 2

Jericho Sims Opens Up About Role With Knicks

New York Knicks center Jericho Sims is in his fourth season with the team, and he has evolved from developmental project to fringe rotation piece. It's the final year of his deal, so Sims has a little more to prove this season so that he can earn a contract beyond 2025.

New York Knicks News / Hoops Rumors / August 16

Knicks make financial decision on veteran center

Last season, he saw action in 45 regular-season games, including 11 starts.

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New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 6

Watch: Knicks Center Working Out with Former Star

The New York Knicks are looking to see more from backup big man Jericho Sims in the upcoming season, so he's looking to train extra hard during the offseason.