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Shaquille O’Neal Tells Giannis Antetokounmpo to Demand $705M From Bucks by Breaking NBA Rules

Giannis Antetokounmpo could seal his future with the Milwaukee Bucks in October 2026. He is eligible for a four-year, $275 million contract extension. This means he would be with the organization through the 2030-31 season.

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What happened to the Bucks’ once-prolific three-guard lineup? Part 2

Late in the 2024–25 campaign, the Bucks featured a three-guard look that was quite effective, even in the playoffs: Kevin Porter Jr., AJ Green, Gary Trent Jr., Giannis, and Bobby Portis.

Ousmane Dieng News / NBA Analysis Network / February 18

Ousmane Dieng’s Rising Role with the Milwaukee Bucks

Forward Ousmane Dieng recorded 19 points and 11 rebounds in his first start for the Milwaukee Bucks, producing career and season highs after arriving via a series of trades.

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The 'NBA All-Star MVPs' quiz

How many of the NBA All-Star Game MVP Award -- officially named the Kobe Bryant Trophy in 2020 -- in the three-point era (1979-80) can you name in five minutes?

The 'Most made three-pointers by NBA season' quiz

The '2025-26 NBA All-Stars' quiz

The 'NBA Slam Dunk Contest winners' quiz

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / February 18

Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo acknowledges Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel’s NBA IQ

Giannis Antetokounmpo is often regarded as the greatest star in Milwaukee Bucks history and arguably the best player the franchise has ever seen. Even so, there is a young, up-and-coming player from Milwaukee currently making waves in the league whom Giannis made sure to acknowledge and praise.

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The 23 best NBA players with exactly one All-Star appearance

The NBA is a league built on the backs of its stars. Every now and then, guys in the NBA will raise their play to All-Star level, and sometimes, that run only lasts for one season.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / February 18

'I just got to check the boxes': Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo says he’s healthy, future still under microscope

Milwaukee Bucks superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has been at the center of NBA conversations for months, despite being sidelined with a calf strain.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / February 18

Lottery luck could pair Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo with a guard with All-NBA upside

Lottery luck could significantly impact the Milwaukee Bucks’ future, as the team finds itself in a tricky position. They showed promise before the All-Star break and may be regaining health, yet a favorable draft outcome could give them the opportunity to add a quality player if fortune smiles their way.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / February 18

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s commitment with the Bucks suggests trade talk isn’t going away

The Milwaukee Bucks made it through the trade deadline without parting ways with franchise cornerstone Giannis Antetokounmpo, yet his latest remarks indicate the situation remains unsettled.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Wire / February 18

Bucks land Darryn Peterson in mock draft and that sure could change things fast

The Bucks are in a strange place, and that is putting it mildly. They played well heading into the All-Star break. They are getting healthier. They still have Giannis Antetokounmpo.

NBA News / Yardbarker

20 NBA superstars who carried awful teams the farthest

Good players tend to succeed in the NBA. Sometimes, though, they find themselves in terrible situations but still find ways to over-achieve. These are the 20 players who carried the worst NBA teams.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / February 18

'I Got to Pivot': Giannis Reveals Condition to Leave Bucks Amid Lakers’ Latest Trade Buzz

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks have had a turbulent season, marked by injuries, poor play on the court, and trade rumors. However, with no big changes at the trade deadline, it seems like the Greek forward has reaffirmed his focus on the team.

Milwaukee Bucks News / The SportsRush / February 18

Bobby Portis Sparks Uncertainty Over Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Future With the Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s name has been living in the rumor mill all season long. Every rough week turned into a debate about whether the Greek Freak would finally be out the door.