Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly on the verge of requesting a trade from the Milwaukee Bucks. The superstar is said to be growing frustrated with the team’s current form. Could this truly the end of his remarkable 13-season run with the franchise?
New York state of Giannis mind
Where Giannis ultimately lands next has become a major talking point. Any team interested will need to offer a trade package worthy of a player of his caliber, likely including significant assets and multiple draft picks. A young team like the San Antonio Spurs could, in fact, be one of the more fitting candidates.
Several sources report that Giannis is looking to begin a new chapter with the New York Knicks. He has even ‘allegedly’ requested a trade to New York before the season began. Other rumors suggest he has grown frustrated with the team’s decision to waive Damian Lillard.
”However, as this story continues to develop, Giannis himself has yet to make any public comment on the speculation. Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers has even firmly denying that Giannis has made any trade request.”
Bucks big man to LA? well…
A superstar of Giannis’ stature naturally draws interest from across the league. Not only for his dominance on the court, but also for the massive boost he brings in media exposure, television appeal, and jersey sales. At this stage of his career, a big-market franchise seems like the most fitting destination.
Considering Giannis has repeatedly expressed his desire to see more European players suit up for iconic teams like the Lakers and the Knicks.
The Los Angeles Lakers have also emerged as one of the teams most strongly linked to Giannis. But any pursuit would come at a steep price: they’d likely need to part with one of their core pieces. The most realistic name in that scenario is Austin Reaves. But would the Lakers do it?
”The last Bucks superstar to make the jump to the Lakers was Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, who went on to become a Hollywood legend. Giannis could very well be on the verge of writing a similar story.”
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