, one of the most prominent players in the , has been the center of attention since his trade from the to the in September 2023. After more than a decade with the joined one of the most promising franchises in the league, where it was expected that he would form a powerful duo with . The 2024-25 season has not been what the Bucks expected However, the 2024-25 season has been disappointing for the , who have had a slow start with a .
Despite the expectations, the team has struggled to find the consistency many anticipated with addition. The Bucks' underperformance has become a topic of discussion among fans, who have started criticizing both the team and . As the losses piled up, Trail fans, in particular, began expressing their frustration on social media, mentioning that was not playing at his usual level.
This external pressure led to a recent incident on Instagram, where responded sharply to a fan who was Lillard's battle against NBA fans A fan shared a photo of and wrote that "he has nothing to do with his current problems." In response, directly commented with a blunt "Fake a*s mfs." This comment sparked a , as many followers expected a more diplomatic response from the player.
did not let the criticism slide, defending his situation and showing that he is willing to face the challenges ahead, though not without frustration. Despite the struggles, remains a key piece for the . In a recent game against the , he scored 18 points, recorded 10 assists, and grabbed 4 rebounds.
His most critical play came with a three-pointer in the final seconds, securing the win for his team. After the game, spoke about his mindset in crucial moments, emphasizing the importance of and even when things weren't going well throughout the game. The future of the remains uncertain, but one thing is clear: is committed to his team and overcoming the current difficulties, though he is not hesitant to defend himself against those who criticize him without reason.
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Damian Lillard claps back at critics amid struggles with Bucks
Lillard would receive a salary of approximately 60 million dollars for the 2024-25 season Leer