Overview
- General manager Jon Horst said Antetokounmpo tested positive for COVID-19, is in Greece, and joined media day via Zoom while expected to be away for a bit.
- Wes Edens told reporters he had a June conversation in which Antetokounmpo made clear he is committed to Milwaukee and enjoys having his family there.
- Antetokounmpo responded that he "cannot recall that meeting" and emphasized belief in his teammates and the organization’s moves.
- Milwaukee enters camp with a reworked roster after waiving Damian Lillard and signing center Myles Turner, among other changes.
- Reports throughout the offseason said Antetokounmpo was evaluating his future, with his 2027 player option shaping the Bucks’ long-term calculus.