Milwaukee Bucks have signed forward John Butler Jr. to a training camp deal ahead of the NBA 2026/27 preseason. The 23-year-old interior returns to the NBA orbit after his most productive season with the Wisconsin Herd in the G League.
Camp deal details
The agreement was announced on Friday, September 4, as a non-guaranteed camp contract. The move was reported by RealGM — Basketball Wiretap and TalkBasket, both describing the deal as a tryout contract for the preseason camp.
Production with Wisconsin Herd
Butler spent the 2025-26 campaign with the Wisconsin Herd, where he averaged 9.4 points and 5.7 rebounds per game and added contributions as a passer and rim protector.
Previous NBA experience
The forward previously appeared in 19 games for the Portland Trail Blazers during the 2022-23 season. His size, mobility and shooting touch give Milwaukee Bucks an additional look in the frontcourt to assess depth and defensive versatility.
