In a feat that has firmly established his legacy, Taurean Prince has captured his second consecutive NBA Cup title, this time with the Milwaukee Bucks. Prince, who won the championship last year with the Los Angeles Lakers, has now become the first player to win back-to-back NBA Cup titles, solidifying his place in the annals of basketball history.
Prince’s journey to this milestone has been nothing short of remarkable. Joining the Bucks for the 2024 season, he quickly became an integral part of their success. In the championship game against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Prince contributed significantly with six points, two rebounds, and two assists, helping lead the team to a dominant 97-81 victory.
Throughout the tournament, the Bucks were a force to be reckoned with, going undefeated with a 7-0 record. Prince’s consistent performance and leadership were key factors in their triumph. His ability to step up in crucial moments and his experience from last year’s victory with the Lakers provided the Bucks with a winning edge.
The true meaning of the win
The victory comes with substantial financial rewards as well. Each player on the winning team received a bonus of approximately $515,000, bringing Prince’s total earnings from the NBA Cup to over $1 million.
This prize money is particularly significant for Prince, who signed a one-year deal with the Bucks worth just over $2 million. Reflecting on the importance of the prize money, Prince highlighted its potential impact on players with smaller contracts.
“This is real money that could buy these guys, families their first house or their mom their first house or their car that they wanted,” he said. “So it’s big. It’s bigger than just us,” he added.
Prince’s back-to-back NBA Cup victories underscore his exceptional talent and dedication to the game.