Overview
- HoopsHype reports Milwaukee has told teams it wants to keep building around Giannis Antetokounmpo and considers him not for sale while it assesses trade upgrades, including on the wing.
- A Bucks executive characterized the situation as a “staring contest,” saying the team will not entertain inquiries unless Antetokounmpo explicitly asks to be traded.
- Antetokounmpo is considering his options but has not submitted a trade request and remains out with a right calf strain sustained on Dec. 3.
- Rival interest persists from the Knicks, Heat, Warriors, Lakers and others, though league sources said New York kept Jalen Brunson off the table in previous discussions.
- Milwaukee has fallen to 11-16 after a 45-point loss to the Nets and is exploring additions as it tries to steady its season ahead of key trade windows.