Giannis rumors: Bucks star prefers to stay in East, but which teams are a fit?
- On Saturday, The Athletic's Sam Amick reported that Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is "believed to be interested in joining a true title contender" and prefers remaining in the Eastern Conference.
- Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam said the team hopes for clarity on Antetokounmpo by the June 23 NBA Draft, as the star consistently prioritizes winning a second championship over his expiring contract.
- Antetokounmpo expressed admiration for Boston Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla, noting his decision relies on "winning and culture," while the Boston Celtics and Cleveland Cavaliers remain logical trade destinations to balance salary.
- Amick also noted "there have been rumblings for quite some time now that Antetokounmpo would be open to the idea of a Heat relocation," though the Heat's contending status remains uncertain.
- As teams like the Indiana Pacers await Sunday's lottery results to determine draft capital, Antetokounmpo retains leverage to reject suitors he deems undesirable, keeping the market volatile through the June 23 NBA Draft.
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Report: Giannis Antetokounmpo would like to be traded to 'true contender'
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Eastern Conference Team New Favorite To Land Antetokounmpo
Expect a lot of trade news surrounding Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo in the coming month and a half. Eliminated Eastern Conference Team New Favorite In ‘Greek Freak’ Sweepstakes? 2 Teams Reportedly Drop Out Of Race This is nothing new, as these types of rumors have been swirling around Antetokounmpo since last summer. On the plus side, a resolution is expected by the 2026 draft on June 23. That is when the 33-year-old, who will make…
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