The Milwaukee Bucks 1975–76 were led by Brian Winters, whose scoring made him the team’s primary offensive option, while Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s departure left a more balanced distribution of responsibilities. Quinn Buckner directed the offense as the primary playmaker, and Elmore Smith provided strong rebounding and interior production. The statistics reflect a team that relied on shared scoring, solid work on the boards, and balanced contributions across its rotation rather than a dominant focal point.
Team’s leading scorer; provided strong rebounding for a forward and contributed defensively with ~1.5 steals and 0.5 blocks per game. As the veteran wing after the team lost their superstar center, he carried much of the offense and maintained efficiency with .502 FG%.
All‑Star (1976)
Elmore Smith
Interior Anchor / Rim Protector
36.0
Moderate-High (rebounding/defense heavy)
15.6
11.4
1.2
4.1
16.15
Elite rebounder (team-high in rebounds) and rim protector — 3.1 blocks per game, among league leaders that season. Took on the post role after trade sending their prior center away, giving the team inside presence.
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Brian Winters
Secondary Scoring & Playmaking Backcourt
35.8
High
18.2
3.2
4.7
1.9
13.10
The ball‑handling guard/wing who supplied significant scoring and playmaking; his ~1.6 steals per game indicate active defense, and his FG% (~.464) shows decent efficiency. A reliable secondary option behind Dandridge.
All‑Star (1976)
Jim Price
Lead Distributor / Facilitator
31.6
Moderate
11.7
3.3
4.9
2.3
10.60
Starting point man who led the team in assists (~4.9 APG); also contributed solid steals (1.9 SPG), playing a key role in ball movement and transition offense/defense. Not a primary scorer but important as floor‑general after roster turnover.
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Dave Meyers
Supporting Big Rebounder / Role Forward
22.1
Low-Moderate
7.4
6.2
1.4
1.3
8.15
Provided solid rebounding for limited minutes and modest scoring; served as a complementary big to relieve the starter — useful as depth, especially on boards and interior presence.
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Junior Bridgeman
Bench Wing / 3rd‑Option Scorer
20.3
Low-Moderate
8.6
3.6
1.9
0.9
7.50
As a young forward off the bench, offered scoring punch and modest rebounding. Provided needed depth on the wing and occasional scoring bursts when starters rested.
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Gary Brokaw
Backup Guard / Role Facilitator
19.6
Low
8.4
1.7
3.3
0.7
6.05
As a reserve guard, contributed occasional scoring and facilitation. Steady when called upon, though limited impact due to restricted minutes.
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Kevin Restani
Rotation Big / Energy Frontcourt
20.1
Low
6.0
4.6
1.2
0.5
6.15
Provided frontcourt depth; chipped in with rebounds and modest scoring in limited minutes, offering energy and size off the bench.
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Clyde Mayes
Deep Bench Forward / Spot Minutes
14.6
Low
4.4
4.0
0.6
0.7
4.85
Minimal role but provided occasional rebounds and inside presence — a typical deep‑bench forward, giving rest to starters or covering for injuries.
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Jim Fox
Reserve Center / Spot Minutes
13.1
Low
3.9
3.4
0.6
0.6
4.25
Spot‑up center minutes, occasional boards and some defensive activity. Not much offensive role, mostly depth in the paint.
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Jon McGlocklin
Veteran Bench Guard
10.2
Very Low
4.1
0.5
1.2
0.2
2.00
A veteran presence off the bench, limited court time but provided occasional ball movement and experienced guard play when needed.
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Mickey Davis
Deep Bench Wing / Garbage Minutes
9.1
Very Low
3.6
1.9
0.8
0.3
3.30
Minimal role — likely used in low-leverage minutes for rest or garbage time. Little impact overall.
