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Knicks Lose Exclusive Path to Giannis as Trade Market Widens

Upcoming trade eligibility dates plus Cup results sharpen decisions.

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Overview

  • ESPN’s Shams Charania reported the Knicks no longer hold exclusivity in Giannis Antetokounmpo trade talks, opening the door to broader bidding from rival teams.
  • Bucks players reportedly sense rising tension as Antetokounmpo, averaging MVP-level numbers, remains out multiple weeks with a calf strain and Milwaukee struggles at 10-15.
  • The Knicks beat the Raptors 117-101 and the Magic topped the Heat 117-108 to set a Las Vegas NBA Cup semifinal between New York and Orlando on Saturday.
  • The Lakers expect Marcus Smart to return for Wednesday’s Cup quarterfinal, while the Spurs ruled out Victor Wembanyama with a left calf strain.
  • Charania also reported Dallas is open to trading Anthony Davis and other veterans, with the Pistons, Raptors and Hawks evaluating offers as Dec. 15 eligibility and the Feb. 5 deadline near.