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Giannis Trade Buzz: Lakers Eye Bucks Star
18 Feb
Summary
- Lakers reportedly are top contenders if Giannis is traded.
- A potential Lakers offer could include three future first-round picks.
- Giannis seeks to compete for his second NBA Championship.
Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with the Milwaukee Bucks is currently a subject of intense speculation, with potential trade offers being assessed. If the Bucks star becomes available, the Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly poised to be major contenders for his services. Team sources indicate the Lakers find Antetokounmpo highly appealing and would be among the few teams on his potential list if he requests a trade.
An NBA executive has identified Antetokounmpo as the "big prize" the Lakers hope to acquire this offseason. The Bucks forward has expressed a desire to compete for another NBA Championship, and his fit alongside players like Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves in Los Angeles is considered favorable. Should a trade materialize, the Lakers' offer is expected to center on three future first-round picks.
This package of draft capital could prove particularly attractive to Milwaukee if they decide to undergo a complete organizational reset post-Antetokounmpo. While Antetokounmpo has been with the Bucks since his draft in 2013, the team may explore rebuilding options following a challenging season, making his potential departure a significant storyline for the upcoming offseason.
