The Milwaukee Bucks’ center and forward Giannis Antetokounmpo might get traded to the New York Knicks this summer. The player can choose if he wants to stay with the Bucks until his contract expires in 2025 or if he would prefer to leave right now. There are very slim chances that he would sign the contract extension this summer.
The Greek-Nigerian wants to win and that is something he deserves for the way he has performed over the years. The two-time MVP is one of the best players in the NBA at the moment. A player prefers joining other contenders if his team fails to perform the way he expects. The Lakers and the Knicks are being speculated as potential destinations for the superstar. Will Giannis part ways with the club he has played for all his life? Here is all the information you need about the trade between the Milwaukee Bucks and the New York Knicks involving Giannis Antetokounmpo.
What would the Knicks offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo?
The Knicks are expected to offer RJ Barett, Mitchell Robinson, Immanuel Quickley, Quentin Grimes, and a first-round pick each from the years 2025 and 2027 in exchange for the Greek Freak. This package may or may not tempt the Bucks to trade off their best player, and they might expect a few more draft picks in exchange for their future Hall of famer.
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— Richard Sherman with a wild idea ⬇️
— Lakers and Bucks should discuss a Anthony Davis – Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade 😭
— BallTalkSource (@BallTalkSource) September 1, 2023
Why would the Knicks like to sign Giannis Antetokounmpo?
Everybody desires to land a player of Giannis’ caliber in their squad, and the Knicks are no different. The stats do the talking for the 28 year old who averaged 31.1 points per game last season along with 5.7 assists and 11.8 rebounds per game. It is more about Antetokounmpo’s desire to win another title than the Knicks’ wish to sign him.
REPORT: NBA executive believes “no one would be in a better position to get [Giannis] than OKC… and two other dark horses: San Antonio and Toronto.”
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— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) August 29, 2023
What does Giannis Antetokounmpo think about his next destination?
The player recently said that the Bucks deserve their share of credit for his success and they are the team of his life. But if he has to choose between staying with the same team for 20 years without a title or changing teams to get his hands on a championship, he’ll choose the latter.
Will Giannis part ways with the Bucks? If yes, who will sign him? There are a lot of suitors for the superstar. We’ll keep you updated.
