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The Milwaukee Bucks only had one selection in the 2025 NBA Draft, taking Bogoljub Markovic at No. 47, but made one of the biggest splashes in the immediate aftermath. Shortly after the draft concluded, the Bucks signed former Alabama All-American guard Mark Sears. Milwaukee signed Sears on a two-way deal, ESPN’s Shams Charania reported. Sears […]

The NBA world is still waiting on what Giannis Antetokounmpo will decide about his future, and nobody quite has an idea on what will happen. The Milwaukee Bucks will need to sell Antetokounmpo with a plan if they want to ensure that he wants to stay with the team. As of now, it seems like […]

Back-to-back MVP and Finals MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo made a powerful statement against child gun violence during a workout. The Milwaukee Bucks forward posted a photo wearing a shirt that read the following while lifting weights, silently but powerfully speaking to the moment. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Giannis Ugo Antetokounmpo (@giannis_an34) […]

While the plan seems to be for the Milwaukee Bucks to build around Giannis Antetokounmpo after an immense amount of rumors have been swirling around about a possible trade, Brian Windhorst speaks about a potential departure. As Windhorst has spoken before about the Bucks’ future with Antetokounmpo, he would once again touch on the situation, […]

The Houston Rockets stole the show on the day of Game 7 of the NBA Finals, swinging a massive trade for Phoenix Suns star Kevin Durant. In exchange, the Suns got Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 overall pick in the NBA Draft and a handful of second-rounders in return. As expected, the deal […]

Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton has exercised his $9.4 million player option for the 2025–26 season, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The decision ensures the veteran will return for an eighth season with the Bucks and his 11th overall in the NBA. Connaughton, 32, appeared in 41 games during the 2024–25 campaign, averaging 5.3 points, […]

The strongest likelihood this offseason for the Milwaukee Bucks is that Giannis Antetokounmpo pledges his loyalty to the team amid rumors that he could request a trade in the aftermath of Damian Lillard’s long-term injury that puts such a huge damper on their contending chances over the next few years. Nonetheless, crazier things have happened […]

There are no concrete indications that Giannis Antetokounmpo is going to ask for a trade from the Milwaukee Bucks after a disappointing past two seasons that both culminated in a first-round exit. Damian Lillard’s injury means that the Bucks are even going to fight an uphill battle just to make the playoffs. Even then, rumor […]

All reports are pointing to the strong likelihood that Giannis Antetokounmpo will be staying with the Milwaukee Bucks despite all the rumors suggesting that he could ask for a trade soon after taking into consideration his team’s bleak future outlook. The Bucks are not likely to contend in the next few seasons, especially in the […]

The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks have quieted down in recent weeks, and it’s now appearing increasingly likely that the superstar will spend at least another season with the Milwaukee Bucks despite their recent struggles. The Bucks are facing the prospect of a 2025-26 season without Damian Lillard in the lineup due to a torn Achilles, […]

As the NBA Finals approach a possible conclusion with Game 6 set for Thursday night, ESPN’s Zach Kram has proposed a potential trade between the Milwaukee Bucks and Brooklyn Nets centered around forward Cam Johnson. The deal is framed as a move to bolster the Bucks’ supporting cast around franchise cornerstone Giannis Antetokounmpo. ESPN’s proposed […]

The 2025 offseason is possibly the most important summer in decades for the Milwaukee Bucks, who, after another first-round playoff exit, have a predicament with superstar centerpiece Giannis Antetokounmpo. Antetokounmpo, who the Bucks drafted in 2013, has been with the franchise through the highs and lows of the past 12 years, including a 15-67 rookie […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are reeling after a second straight playoff exit. With Giannis Antetokounmpo rumored to be growing impatient, it seems like the Bucks have to move heaven and earth to keep their two-time NBA MVP happy. However, it’s not promising that they will only have the 47th overall pick to upgrade their roster through […]

As the NBA Finals near a possible conclusion with Game 6 set for Thursday night, ESPN’s Zach Kram proposed a bold four-team trade that would send two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Golden State Warriors and four-time NBA champion Draymond Green to the Los Angeles Lakers. The hypothetical deal, designed to reshape the competitive landscape, […]

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers drew a striking comparison between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the legendary 1990s Chicago Bulls teams led by Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen following their 120-109 Game 5 win over the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Finals. Rivers made the remarks on The Bill Simmons Podcast: “Our 2008 Celtics […]

The San Antonio Spurs have been linked to superstars such as Kevin Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo in their bid to bolster their roster. After Victor Wembanyama suffered a season-ending injury last February, the Spurs endured a difficult season which finished with a 34-48 record, good only for the 13th spot in the Western Conference. With […]

In late April, Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard tore his Achilles and had to sit out for the playoffs. While Lillard recently posted an encouraging video on social media of his recovery, Bucks coach Doc Rivers is being extremely cautious. During an appearance on the Bill Simmons Podcast, Rivers said outright he is not involved […]

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers weighed in on the persistent trade speculation surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo during a recent appearance on The Bill Simmons Podcast, dismissing the rumors as “ridiculous” and reiterating the star forward’s commitment to the franchise. “I don’t know how many more times Giannis has to say he wants to be a […]

With the amount of trade rumors surrounding Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo, one person who gave their opinion on the matter was teammate Bobby Portis. Though there have been some reports saying that a trade market for the Bucks star is nonexistent since he hasn’t asked out for a trade, Portis would echo some of the […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo has been the talk of the past two months, as many are still trying to figure out if he’s going to request a trade or stay with the Milwaukee Bucks. While most of the conversation has been around that, another topic was recently brought up as Stephen A. Smith said he would describe […]

With all the trade rumors around Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, some are looking at his career thus far and reflecting on the totality of it. While it might seem that a trade involving Antetokounmpo and the Bucks won’t happen, it’s led to conversation around what would be the label if the star only won […]

It’s not a secret that there are a handful of NBA players who are not happy when ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania mentions their name in rumors. Charania is the top insider for the sport now that Adrian Wojnarowski is a general manager for the men’s basketball team at St. Bonaventure University. On Wednesday, Milwaukee […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo and his future with the Milwaukee Bucks are in the spotlight, as many are wondering whether he will stay with the team or request a trade. Antetokounmpo is one of the best players in the league, and with him being in the prime of his career, he should be chasing as many championships […]

With all the rumors surrounding Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo, the idea of a trade has seemed less likely with each and every news item. As ESPN’s Brian Windhorst has spoken about Antetokounmpo’s future with the Bucks in the past, he once again reinforces the point about where it all stands. The topic on “Get […]

The Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo have a big offseason, as there’s a chance the star could decide to request a trade and play elsewhere. There’s also a good chance that he could stay with the Bucks and see everything through, while still trying to compete for a championship. The Bucks are hoping that the […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo has been famously active on X (formerly Twitter) ever since the Indiana Pacers knocked the Milwaukee Bucks out of championship contention nearly two months ago. Antetokounmpo has taken his sweet time during his offseason resting and answering fans’ questions. But on Wednesday, the Bucks star seemed to be in a very nostalgic mood, […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks remains uncertain heading into the summer, despite public optimism surrounding his recent comments. ESPN’s Shams Charania addressed the situation on The Pat McAfee Show Wednesday, emphasizing that there is a key “difference” between Antetokounmpo being open-minded about his future and actively seeking a trade. Charania made it clear […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo pushed back on criticism of LeBron James this week, calling out detractors who have long claimed the Los Angeles Lakers forward has “no bag” despite his legendary accomplishments. Antetokounmpo took to X, formerly known as Twitter, after the latest episode of Mind the Game podcast featuring James and Steve Nash. […]

Much of the conversation surrounding the NBA offseason has centered on one question: Will the Milwaukee Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo? Several teams have crafted their summer plans in anticipation of the two-time MVP hitting the market. However, they may be forced to look elsewhere for their star acquisition. Up to this point, Antetokounmpo has not […]

There is a lot of uncertainty surrounding Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason as trade talks have been rampant. Rumors of a potential trade started this past season, and they grew louder when Antetokounmpo and the Bucks were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs. There is a chance that Giannis is with […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo almost suffered an injury during his trip to South America. Antetokounmpo traveled to Brazil this month, as a viral video showed him in the country on Monday. He was present in Rio de Janeiro to dedicate a basketball court in his name in the city. In front of the crowd […]

There is a swarming buzz surrounding the future of the Milwaukee Bucks. Mainly, there is the possibility that Giannis Antetokounmpo will be traded, even though reports say Giannis won’t request a trade. Now the word is out that the Bucks will trade a star, other than Giannis. The Bucks are considering trading center Brook Lopez, […]

The Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo have been the talk of the offseason, as many are wondering if the star will request a trade. Things have been quiet for the most part on both ends, and silence is usually loud. As of now, some teams are assuming that Antetokounmpo won’t request a trade, according to […]

The Milwaukee Bucks are at a crossroads this offseason after another disappointing playoff exit at the hands of the Indiana Pacers, and all eyes are on what is going to happen to Giannis Antetokounmpo. There has been speculation that Antetokounmpo could request a trade this offseason due to the state of the Bucks’ roster and […]

As the offseason continues, people still do not know the temperature on Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks, and there may not be an update anytime soon. No matter how many trade rumors come out of teams putting a package together to trade for the star, he hasn’t let the Bucks know if he will […]

What is going to happen with Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks? Giannis has been the hottest name discussed in trade rumors around the NBA since the Bucks were eliminated from the playoffs, yet there are still no answers as to if the two-time MVP will stay in Milwaukee or request a trade. That is […]

The Milwaukee Bucks watched their season come to one of the most brutal ends imaginable, falling to the Indiana Pacers in the opening round of the NBA playoffs after a Game 5 meltdown. Questions about star Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future immediately surfaced. A report eventually dropped revealing that the superstar forward is open to exploring a […]

The New York Knicks stand on the precipice of greatness. After a breakthrough 2024-25 campaign that saw them reach the Eastern Conference Finals and post a 51-31 record, the franchise is closer to an NBA title than it has been in decades. But as the dust settles on another playoff heartbreak, the message is clear, […]

The Eastern Conference is already viewed as much weaker and more talent-depleted than the Western Conference. It could look a whole lot different after the upcoming offseason, too. The Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo has already signaled that he is open to being traded. While it wasn’t a formal trade request, his days in Milwaukee are […]