Pete Nance is off the Milwaukee Bucks roster as of Sunday's official roster check. The move followed a Saturday report from HoopsRumors that the Bucks waived Nance along with Johni Broome and Jake Stephens.
The move
Pete Nance is no longer on the Milwaukee Bucks roster, per the official roster as of Sunday, Oct. 18. The change came a day after HoopsRumors reported Saturday, Oct. 17, that the Bucks waived Nance, Johni Broome and Jake Stephens; that report's confidence level is not announced. Nance, a 26-year-old forward in his third season, is not on the roster of any club at this time.
The money
Nance's contract on file runs through 2027-28: $2.5 million for 2026-27 and a $2.8 million team option for 2027-28. The Bucks carry a payroll of $191.4 million across 19 contracts for 2026-27, above the $165.0 million cap but below the $200.4 million tax line. Milwaukee's first apron sits at $209.0 million and its second apron at $221.7 million.
The fit
Last season Nance played 47 games for Milwaukee, averaging 15.7 minutes, 5.4 points, 2.7 rebounds and 1.0 assist. The Bucks' forward minutes last season were led by Giannis Antetokounmpo at 28.9 minutes and 27.6 points, with Kyle Kuzma at 26.2 minutes and 13.0 points. Milwaukee's roster now stands at 18 players against a standard limit of 15 plus three two-way spots.
Why is Pete Nance off the Bucks roster?
He is no longer listed on the Milwaukee Bucks' official roster as of Sunday, Oct. 18, a day after a HoopsRumors report said the Bucks waived him along with Johni Broome and Jake Stephens.
What is Pete Nance's contract status?
His contract on file shows $2.5 million for 2026-27 and a $2.8 million team option for 2027-28.
Did Pete Nance sign with another team?
That is not announced.