Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors: Deal Expected by Draft, Miami Still Frontrunner, Plus LeBron to Bay Area?
Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported Milwaukee is operating as if it will get an extra first-round pick in a deal for the two-time MVP.
- On Tuesday, NBA insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported a "growing expectation throughout the NBA" that the Milwaukee Bucks will trade Giannis Antetokounmpo before the NBA Draft. The team is "operating" as if they will secure an additional first-round pick.
- While the Miami Heat are the preferred landing spot, the Boston Celtics remain involved. Reports suggest the front office wants to involve the Portland Trail Blazers in a potential trade to help recoup previous draft capital.
- Analysts suggest teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers could outbid Miami if they offered young assets like Evan Mobley. Meanwhile, ESPN's Bobby Marks reported that a theoretical Boston offer would "almost certainly" involve Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown.
- Rumors linking the Los Angeles Lakers to the star appear unfounded. Fischer cited salary constraints and the two-time NBA MVP's desire to join a serious organization as reasons why the Lakers are unlikely to pursue him.
- A resolution regarding the situation is expected by the draft. Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam indicated in May that he wants a decision, and with the NBA Finals nearing an end, the league expects the Bucks to finally make their move.
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