Giannis Antetokounmpo, Miami Heat
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With how much attention the Golden State Warriors' offseason has gotten, you'd think they signed two All-Star players and completely overhauled their roster. Ho
Rockets GM Rafael Stone revealed that from day one, Milwaukee shut down the idea of trading Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Could the Toronto Raptors trade guard Immanuel Quickley to the Milwaukee Bucks in a package for Giannis Antetokounmpo?
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Rockets Wire on MSNRockets GM Rafael Stone: Bucks were ‘very clear’ that a big trade wasn’t happening
With that said: Should Antetokounmpo ask to leave Milwaukee in future years — i.e. closer to that contract expiration date — it could be worth noting that Stone and Horst seemingly have a positive relationship, and the Rockets and Bucks are in different conferences. That might make a deal more palatable to Milwaukee.
For now, the Bucks are betting on continuity and Antetokounmpo's loyalty. But until he offers firm public commitment -- or a formal trade request -- uncertainty will linger. If he decides to move, the landscape of the league could shift overnight.
Discover the challenges facing the Bucks as they aim for a championship with Giannis and potential trades on the horizon.