the ap reports that the bucks have reached a deal with john Salmons 5 years 40mil i know they cant actually sign till june 9 but lots of teams sign deals now and then become offical on june 9th

MILWAUKEE — A person familiar with the negotiations says the Milwaukee Bucks have re-signed free agent guard John Salmons to a five-year, $40 million deal.

The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Friday because teams can't officially announce deals until July 8.

The 6-foot-6 Salmons arrived in a trade with Chicago last season and played a critical role in helping the Bucks reach the playoffs.

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