The Milwaukee Bucks have ruled out trading Greg Monroe ahead of the deadline.

Monroe signed a three-year, $50 million deal with the Bucks in free agency, choosing them over the likes of the New York Knicks and Los Angeles Lakers.

Teams have placed calls to the Bucks on Monroe, but the conversations didn't advance with the message being there was zero chance of a trade.

The Bucks have taken a step backwards this season after making a surprise playoff appearances in 14-15.