“Y’all did my GOAT dirty” – Milwaukee Bucks’ “Thank You” note to Damian Lillard received strong words from fans

The Milwaukee Bucks parted ways with nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard on July 1, ending his brief but impactful stint with the franchise. The decision, aimed at clearing cap space to sign center Myles Turner to a four-year, $107 million deal, drew immediate backlash on social media.

After a week of the news making headlines, the Bucks offered a short farewell message. However, many fans believed it fell far short of honoring a player of Lillard’s legacy.

Fans erupt over the Milwaukee Bucks' farewell message to Damian Lillard

The Bucks issued a simple goodbye via their official X account: “A leader as resilient and clutch as they come. You gave your all for this team and this city. Thank you, Dame.”

What the team intended as a respectful send-off was quickly overwhelmed by passionate fan responses.

One user (@blazersforreal) captured the frustration best with the comment: “Y’all did my GOAT dirty smh. Glad he taking money from y’all.”Another user who goes by @lillardlegacy also slammed the Bucks, “Yall never deserved him.”

Another user (@CookieDaBest711) gave a heartfelt tribute to the legendary superstar, “Will always appreciate him for what he did for our team. I still remember the excitement from that trade notification years ago.

I'll always remember Bucks Dame.”“This post is disrespectful,” @Papivino_27 wrote onX.Lillard, 34, was still recovering from a torn left Achilles suffered during Game 3 of the Bucks’ playoff series against the Indiana Pacers. It was just weeks after returning from a deep vein thrombosis in his right calf. Still, Lillard averaged 24.9 points, 7.1 assists, and 4.7 rebounds in 58 games.Despite playing through significant health setbacks, Lillard was named to his ninth All-Star team.

His commitment to the team was evident, but the Bucks chose to stretch his remaining contract to clear space for Turner’s signing. ESPN's Shams Charania confirmed that the deal would be paid out over five years under the stretch provision.Drafted sixth overall in 2012 by the Portland Trail Blazers, Lillard became the franchise’s all-time leading scorer with 19,376 points. His resume includes seven All-NBA selections and the 2013 NBA Rookie of the Year honor.

After his short Milwaukee chapter, he now enters free agency still owed his full salary.Also Read: Steve Kerr gives touching farewell to Kevon Looney following his departure from Golden State WarriorsWhile the Bucks look ahead to retooling, Lillard will rehab in Portland, close to his family and training staff. He is expected to draw interest from contenders like the Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors, Los Angeles Lakers, and Boston Celtics once fully healthy.