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Bucks Rebuff Giannis Trade Talk as Milwaukee Adds Brother Alex to Roster

Giannis says he will reevaluate after the season, making the offseason the likeliest window for any deal.

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Mar 13, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) drives to the basket between Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves (15) and center Alex Len (27) in the second quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • After reports of August discussions with the Knicks, league inquiries followed, but the Bucks told teams they are not engaging on Giannis Antetokounmpo trades, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst.
  • Antetokounmpo reiterated he is set to play the full 2025-26 campaign, saying after his preseason debut that he will be ready for Opening Night and that availability is his priority.
  • Milwaukee signed Alex Antetokounmpo to a two-way contract, joining Giannis and Thanasis and marking the first time three brothers hold active roster deals on the same NBA team.
  • Analysts continue to float theoretical Knicks packages centered on Karl-Anthony Towns with OG Anunoby or, once eligible in February, Mikal Bridges, though New York’s tight cap and limited picks complicate a blockbuster.
  • Marc Stein reports a trade, if it ever occurs, is more likely after the season, while other teams such as the Lakers, Warriors, Spurs and Rockets are viewed as potential suitors should Giannis become available.