Milwaukee Bucks: Why George Hill has significant value in NBA playoffs

Reliable veteran presence

Off the court, George Hill serves as one of the leaders for the Milwaukee Bucks. As a 12-year veteran in the NBA with plenty of postseason experience that includes an NBA Finals appearance with LeBron James and the Cavaliers, Hill adds professionalism to the squad.

Giannis is of course the main leader for the Bucks and vows to lead by example, but Hill will help take the weight off his shoulders whether it’s breaking down the huddle, pregame speeches, or refocusing the mental aspect of the team.

In addition, Hill should be on the floor leading the Bucks in crunch time. When the game is on the line and you need trustworthy players to deliver in big moments on both ends of the court, call George Hill’s number. He’s an accountable asset that makes the right decisions and will emerge when he’s needed most.

Take another impressive defensive sequence for example. Notice how Hill’s lateral quickness, awareness, and instinct results in a clutch defensive possession against Utah Jazz All-Star Donovan Mitchell. He’s reliable in closing moments of pressure-filled games, so the Bucks should take advantage of that down the road in the playoffs.

Coach Budenholzer has benched starting point guard Eric Bledsoe in favor of George Hill on multiple occasions during late-game situations, and it wouldn’t be surprising if Hill continues to get the nod moving forward throughout the rest of the postseason.

As an experienced veteran, vocal leader in the locker room, trustworthy contributor, and appropriate fit within the Bucks’ offensive and defensive system, George Hill’s impact will hold significant value while the Milwaukee Bucks pursue its second NBA championship in franchise history.