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Bucks Seek Giannis Trade Before 2026 Draft, Miami Leads

5/18/2026

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Giannis Trade Plans

The Milwaukee Bucks plan to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo before the June 23, 2026 NBA Draft.
A player survey shows 23% expect Giannis Antetokounmpo to start 2026-27 with Miami, 17% with Knicks, and Bucks want a trade outside Eastern Conference.
Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared in 36 games, averaging 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds and 5.4 assists.
Miami’s rumored package includes Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., picks, and Pat Riley is ready to add players or picks.

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Giannis Boston Trade

Polymarket and Kalshi Hoops list the Boston Celtics as the top-priced destination for Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Celtics coach Brad Stevens says Boston needs more rim impact, making Antetokounmpo a target.
A trade could include first-round picks in 2027, 2031 and 2033 and likely require adding Jaylen Brown to match Antetokounmpo’s $58.5 million salary.
Analyst Chris Mannix warns Antetokounmpo’s age (31) and recent calf and knee injuries make a Boston trade risky.

History

Historical Context

The July 31 2007 trade that sent Kevin Garnett to the Boston Celtics for seven players and picks created the “Big Three” with Paul Pierce and Ray Allen, propelling Boston to a 66-16 record and the 2008 NBA title. That blockbuster model now underpins 2026 speculation that Giannis Antetokounmpo could join Pat Riley’s Celtics, echoing the 2007 power shift.

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Giannis Trade Plans

The Milwaukee Bucks plan to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo before the June 23, 2026 NBA Draft.
A player survey shows 23% expect Giannis Antetokounmpo to start 2026-27 with Miami, 17% with Knicks, and Bucks want a trade outside Eastern Conference.
Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared in 36 games, averaging 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds and 5.4 assists.
Miami’s rumored package includes Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., picks, and Pat Riley is ready to add players or picks.

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