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The Milwaukee Bucks have begun issuing training-camp invites, and after the initial deal for John Butler Jr. another guard drawing attention is B.J. Boston Jr. His Summer League minutes with the Bucks gave the front office a look at a young veteran who could provide backcourt depth if invited to camp.
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Boston, 24, appeared sporadically during Milwaukee’s Summer League slate but made an impression when on the floor. Across his minutes he averaged 9.3 points, 1.8 rebounds and one assist per game while shooting 42.9 percent from three.
With four years of NBA experience behind him, Boston arrived in Las Vegas as one of the more seasoned players on the roster. His shots and decision-making suggested he still has upside as a role player.
Realistic paths after a camp invite
A camp invite would clarify the next steps for Boston. Because of his accrued NBA seasons, he would not qualify for a two-way deal, a route available to less experienced invitees such as Butler.
With Milwaukee’s backcourt already crowded, a standard NBA contract looks unlikely immediately. That leaves a common alternative: keeping him in-state with the Bucks’ G League affiliate.
- G League assignment: Join the Wisconsin Herd to gain consistent minutes and produce more recent tape for NBA clubs.
- Short-term call-up: Strong G League play could prompt other teams to offer a roster spot.
- Training-camp depth: Compete for a bench role and earn a non-guaranteed contract or Exhibit 10 deal.
Why the Herd route makes sense
Signing with the Wisconsin Herd would allow Boston to remain near the Bucks while attempting a comeback. The G League offers regular playing time and a clearer sample for evaluators.
There is precedent for this path. Former Herd standout Terrence Davis used strong G League work to return to the NBA and later earned a call-up from the Sacramento Kings.
Fit with Milwaukee’s younger core
Boston already has on-court familiarity with several Bucks Summer League players, including Kasparas Jakucionis, Brayden Burries and Kam Jones. That chemistry could ease any transition if Milwaukee wanted depth for training camp.
His age and experience align with the organization’s recent tilt toward younger, more developmental pieces.
How the Bucks ultimately view Boston remains uncertain, but bringing him to camp would be a low-cost way to assess whether he can contribute this season.
