In their last meeting, despite missing several key players, the Bucks showcased their depth with a solid 112-91 victory over the Bulls earlier this week. However, their recent form was tested in a loss to the Brooklyn Nets, where they fell 111-105.

On a positive note, Khris Middleton is listed as probable for the upcoming game as he continues his recovery following bilateral ankle surgery. Additionally, Andre Jackson Jr. is expected to be available as he heals from a right ankle sprain.

Can Ryan Rollins Get A Guaranteed Deal? 2-Way Guard Said He Deserves It – ‘I Feel Confident That I Put in Enough Work’

Feb 3, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) goes up for a basket against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

Ryan Rollins has grown into a serviceable rotation guy for the Milwaukee Bucks this season but the clock is ticking for them and they need to answer the question of whether he is indeed an NBAer or not.

Jan 19, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) takes a shot during pregame warmups before a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

The team still has one roster spot and it is still unknown if they will use it for a new player or convert Rollins’ non-guaranteed deal.

As for the 22-year-old guard, he thinks he deserves to get a full contract.

“I feel confident that I put in enough work and proved myself to be able to convert myself,” he said after the team’s loss to the Houston Rockets.

“I feel like that’s the biggest part, just me knowing myself first and feeling like I’m able. I feel like I deserve it, like I earned it. Like I say, whatever happens, happens.”

According to NBA rules, a two-way player can only play 50 games for an NBA team. Rollins has played 39 games so far.

Nov 4, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome (2) drives to the basket against Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) during the second half at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-Imagn Images

Teams need to decide whether they will welcome these two-way players as part of the main team or lose them.

The last day the Bucks can give him a full contract is in April 13.

Milwaukee Bucks’ stance on Ryan Rollins

The Bucks still has one roster spot and for Rollins, Doc Rivers said he needs to prove that he deserves it.

“Listen, we’re going to play who needs to play and if at some point we need to make a change we will. If he proves that. This is a competition always. And if not we’ll try to save as many days as we can,” the coach said two month ago.

Rollins fulfills his role as a starter whenever Damian Lillard is out of the line-up. He started in seven games so far and averafged 9.7 points, 3.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 2.0 steals in that prominent role.

Feb 21, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers (M) talks to Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) and Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) during a stoppage in play against the Washington Wizards in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

However, his minutes dwindled after the All-Star break due to the arrival of Kevin Porter Jr. who became an instant contributor to the team.

Does he deserve it?