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Giannis Antetokounmpo Is Eyeing Lakers, Knicks, Or Heat Amid Trade Buzz

With Milwaukee reeling, Giannis Antetokounmpo could ignite a bidding war that reshapes the NBA's power balance.

Vishwesha Kumar
May 6, 2025
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Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee has never felt more uncertain. Following the Milwaukee Bucks’ third consecutive first-round exit, this time at the hands of the Indiana Pacers, rumblings around the league suggest the Greek Freak could soon be on the move. 

NBA insider Howard Beck recently revealed that several big-market teams, including the Los Angeles Lakers, New York Knicks, and Miami Heat, are being quietly positioned as potential landing spots if Giannis were to request a trade this offseason.

While Beck stopped short of confirming that Giannis is seeking a way out, the writing on the wall is hard to ignore. The Bucks are entering a summer clouded by instability. Damian Lillard, Milwaukee’s blockbuster addition just a season ago, tore his Achilles in the playoffs and is likely to miss the bulk of the 2025–26 campaign. 

Brook Lopez is hitting unrestricted free agency, and Bobby Portis could join him if he opts out. Suddenly, Giannis could be looking at a barren roster around him for the foreseeable future.

The 30-year-old superstar remains one of the most dominant forces in basketball. 

This past season, Giannis averaged 30.4 points, 11.9 rebounds, 6.5 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game while shooting a ridiculous 60.1 percent from the floor. He is still firmly in his prime and shows no signs of slowing down. A trade involving him would spark a league-wide bidding war the NBA hasn’t seen in years.

The Lakers present an intriguing option. With LeBron James nearing the end of his career, they could offer a package centered around Austin Reaves and young assets to bring Giannis in as the next face of the franchise, next to Luka Doncic. 

The Knicks, meanwhile, are one of the few teams in the league with both a treasure chest of draft picks and a strong playoff core. 

Jalen Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and OG Anunoby could form a compelling supporting cast alongside Giannis. Plus, the allure of Madison Square Garden, a massive media market, and the opportunity to resurrect a sleeping giant make New York a fascinating fit.

Then there’s Miami, a team with championship DNA and a culture that could appeal to Giannis’ work ethic. Pat Riley and Erik Spoelstra have a history of landing big stars, and if the Heat find the right package, they could quickly jump back into title contention with Giannis at the center.

The Rockets also loom as a sleeper. With a deep well of young talent and draft capital, they might have the most attractive trade package if Milwaukee chooses to rebuild. 

Houston has already made major strides this season and could catapult into title conversations with a superstar centerpiece.

For now, everything hinges on Giannis. The Bucks won’t shop him unless he asks, but if he does, the NBA landscape could be reshaped in an instant.

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Vishwesha Kumar is a staff writer for Fadeaway World from Bengaluru, India. Graduating with a Bachelor of Technology from PES University in 2020, Vishwesha leverages his analytical skills to enhance his sports journalism, particularly in basketball. His experience includes writing over 3000 articles across respected publications such as Essentially Sports and Sportskeeda, which have established him as a prolific figure in the sports writing community.Vishwesha’s love for basketball was ignited by watching LeBron James, inspiring him to delve deeply into the nuances of the game. This personal passion translates into his writing, allowing him to connect with readers through relatable narratives and insightful analyses. He holds a unique and controversial opinion that Russell Westbrook is often underrated rather than overrated. Despite Westbrook's flaws, Vishwesha believes that his triple-double achievements and relentless athleticism are often downplayed, making him one of the most unique and electrifying players in NBA history, even if his style of play can sometimes be polarizing. 
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