Home
Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly open to exploring new challenges and may consider switching to a new franchise. Antetokounmpo has been consistently performing for the Bucks for quite some time, but the team hasn't been able to contend for the championship since their trophy-winning season in 2021. The spell of disappointments may have pushed "The Greek Freak" to contemplate a future outside of Milwaukee.
Also Read | NBA Trade Rumor: Lakers Eye Wizards' Star Guard to Strengthen Roster Around Luka Doncic and LeBron James
NBA Insider Provides Update on Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bucks Saga
As Giannis is open to moving out, franchises could line up in huge numbers to acquire the services of the Cameroonian. However, the stance of the Milwaukee Bucks on the entire subject is still unclear, keeping fans guessing about what's next in store for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Nevertheless, after weeks of silence, there is finally a word on where the situation stands right now.
During an appearance on The Rich Eisen Show, senior NBA writer Sam Amick of The Athletic shared that Antetokounmpo is yet to convey his thinking to the Bucks organization.
“My understanding is that he’s still reading the room, that’s the phrase I keep going back to. He has not met with the Bucks in any formal capacity to discuss things. He’s talking to his people, he has a pretty small group…It’s going to be, I think, a slow process.”
Amick went on to state that Antetokounmpo first needs to discuss his future with his inner circle and figure out what the best options are. Only after that, he should meet with the Bucks' organization, get hold of what their plan is, and then make a decision.
If Antetokounmpo isn't satisfied with the Bucks' plan and requests a trade, Amick speculated that the two-time MVP could submit a list of names of the franchises who would approve a trade to. If that happens, it would affect Milwaukee's negotiating power and might make less gain in case a trade propels.
ADVERTISEMENT
