Bucks vindicated for giving Ousmane Dieng the chance Thunder never did

Fansided | February 20, 2026

Milwaukee has given Dieng a chance, and it looks like he could stick around for a long time.

Feb 12, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Ousmane Dieng (21) walks across the court during a game against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images | Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

The Milwaukee Bucks have been immediately vindicated for giving Ousmane Dieng time on the floor, something the stacked Oklahoma City Thunder couldn't do. Now, Dieng looks like a real steal for the Bucks, and he could be a long-term guy for the franchise.