US EditionAntetokounmpo says he's 'locked in' with Bucks while noting possibility he could change his mind
Giannis Antetokounmpo says he is committed to the Bucks but will reassess his future around the February trade deadline based on the team's championship prospects.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo told reporters Wednesday in Milwaukee that he is 'locked in' with the Bucks and focused on the current season.
- Questions arose after ESPN reported in August that the Bucks and New York Knicks discussed a potential Antetokounmpo trade, though no deal gained traction.
- Antetokounmpo reiterated during the Bucks’ Sept. 29 media day that he wants to stay in Milwaukee, but stressed his desire to play for an organization focused on pursuing championships.
- He expressed his confidence in the team, but also noted that it's natural for opinions to evolve over time, saying he might feel differently about his commitment in half a year.
- His comments suggest ongoing commitment yet leave open the possibility of reconsidering his future with Milwaukee depending on team progress in the coming months.
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Antetokounmpo says he's 'locked in' with Bucks while noting possibility he could change his mind
Giannis Antetokounmpo reaffirmed that he’s “locked in” with the Milwaukee Bucks while acknowledging the possibility that could eventually change depending on how things develop over the next several months.
"I've communicated with my teammates, with the people I respect and love that from the moment I step onto this field and put on this jersey, the rest doesn't matter," said the Greek Freak.
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