Giannis Antetokounmpo’s potential Bucks departure gets a massive update

Giannis Antetokounmpo's season with the Milwaukee Bucks ended in bitter disappointment after another terrible first-round loss. In 2021, Giannis and the Bucks were on top of the world; Finals MVP and champions, respectively. Four years on, it looks like a departure is inevitable for the Greek Freak.

Antetokounmpo has been quite loyal to Milwaukee in his career so far. But the two-time MVP is a fierce competitor, and the franchise has failed to put winning rosters around him time and again in the last few seasons. This means it's not surprising that Giannis is closer to moving than ever before.

Two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo has not made any firm decisions, but for the first time in his career, he is open-minded about whether his best fit is remaining in Milwaukee – or playing elsewhere, league sources told ESPN.

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— Shams Charania (@ShamsCharania) May 12, 2025

"The two-time NBA MVP has not made any firm decisions on his Bucks future after the franchise's third consecutive postseason exit in the first round, but, for the first time in his career, Antetokounmpo is open-minded about exploring whether his best long-term fit is remaining in Milwaukee or playing elsewhere, league sources told ESPN," Charania wrote.

If Antetokounmpo decides to move, the first question NBA fans will ask is: 'Where to?' The Houston Rockets and San Antonio Spurs have both been mentioned as potential suitors for the Greek Freak, but the latest betting odds provide further insight.

Updated odds via @DKSportsbook on Giannis Antetokounmpo’s next team, if he decides to request a trade from the Bucks:

Rockets: +950
Thunder: +1000
Warriors: +1100
Spurs: +1200
Nets: +1600
Lakers: +1800
Suns: +1800
Heat: +2000 pic.twitter.com/tICBOsqohh
— Evan Sidery (@esidery) May 12, 2025

Should the Oklahoma City Thunder lose to the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference Semifinals, a move for Giannis seems like a no-brainer to pursue.

The Rockets remain favorites, but it is surprising to see the Warriors mentioned, as it's hard to see what assets they could offer in a potential deal.

Whether he stays or leaves, Giannis will be a Bucks legend forever. He gave everything he had to the franchise, and he deserves a serious shot to win more championships and make his case to be considered one of the greatest to ever play in the NBA.

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