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Giannis Antetokounmpo sends blunt message after fan compares him to Damian Lillard

Giannis Antetokounmpo was in Budapest for the Champions League final, where PSG beat Arsenal on penalties after a 1-1 draw. The Bucks star had professional duties at the event and was spotted on the Puskas Arena pitch on Sunday, playing football after Arsenal’s defeat.

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Will shocking playoff exit change Thunder's stance on Giannis Antetokounmpo?

The Thunder have failed to defend their title after losing two straight games to the Spurs in the Western Conference Finals. Will the surprising playoff exit alter the team's offseason playoff plans?

One contender has already shut the door on Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo has been linked to a new team

The 'NBA franchise leading scorers' quiz

Kyrie Irving News / Brew Hoop / May 31

Could the Bucks trade for Kyrie Irving and convince Giannis to stay?

The Bucks are expected to be at the center of the trade universe with Giannis Antetokounmpo possibly looking to move on from Milwaukee. While speculation about his future is rampant, the Bucks do—believe it or not—have the option to keep The Greek Freak if he wants to give it another go and try to win a championship.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / May 30

Milwaukee Bucks Offseason Priority List: Who’s Gone, Who’s Staying, and Who Could Be Added

We are inching closer and closer to the NBA Draft, and the Milwaukee Bucks front office has a lot of tough decisions to make. The makeup of this roster could look significantly different at the start of training camp. The biggest elephant in the room is Giannis Antetokounmpo.

San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Last 10 3-pointer NBA game by team' quiz

How many of the most recent players to make at least 10 three-pointers in the same game for each NBA franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Youngest 30-point playoff games' quiz

The '3 3-pointer, 3-block Playoff games' quiz

The 'Active 20-PPG NBA seasons' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker

The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise

As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.

NBA News / thePeachBasket / May 30

Orlando is in play for Giannis

Orlando is in play for Giannis Antetokounmpo. The Magic reportedly hired Sean Sweeney as the team’s new head coach. Sean Sweeney was an assistant for the Bucks and has a close relationship with Giannis.

NBA News / Fadeaway World / May 30

Victor Wembanyama’s Playoff Run Likely Boosted Trade Demand For Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo has done everything short of confirming that he will be on his way out of the Bucks this summer after a rollercoaster season saw them miss the playoffs for the first time since the 2015-16 season.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA Draft on SI / May 30

Assessing the Bucks' Biggest Needs at the 2026 NBA Draft

For the second year in a row, the Milwaukee Bucks are at the center of the NBA offseason, specifically with Giannis Antetokounmpo. Last summer, the Greek Freak's departure was a story that didn't have an extreme amount of traction.

Kevin Garnett News / EssentiallySports / May 30

'He Used to Always Scare Me': Ex-NBA Star Makes Honest Kevin Garnett Admission

Kevin Garnett’s intensity is unmatched. So when Austin Rivers first walked into an NBA practice facility as a kid tagging along with his father, then-Celtics head coach Doc Rivers, not yet understanding what professional intensity actually looked like up close, he found out fast.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 29

Giannis Antetokounmpo linked to one East playoff team after latest hiring

One Eastern Conference team’s recent coaching shakeup may have made it a more interesting Giannis Antetokounmpo trade destination. The Orlando Magic on Friday hired longtime assistant coach Sean Sweeney to be the team’s next head coach.

NBA News / Yardbarker

The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history

If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 29

Cavaliers' Koby Altman addresses Evan Mobley, Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors

The Cleveland Cavaliers were among the handful of teams routinely linked with Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo even before Cleveland was swept out of the Eastern Conference Finals by the New York Knicks.

Another playoff flop further complicates James Harden's legacy

One contender has already shut the door on Giannis Antetokounmpo

NBA News / Yardbarker / May 29

One contender has already shut the door on Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Cleveland Cavaliers flamed out of the playoffs, once again raising doubts about their ability to win with this core. Rumors of a re-ignited interest in trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo flooded social media almost right away.

Another playoff flop further complicates James Harden's legacy

Knicks' Mitchell Robinson reportedly has NBA Finals plan after finger injury

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The 'Men's French Open champions' quiz

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / May 29

Milwaukee Bucks 2026 Mock Draft: No. 9, Brayden Burries

Talent or fit? It’s the age-old question, at least as far as the NBA Draft is concerned. And with Brayden Burries, a 6’4”, 215 lb combo guard out of Arizona, it raises itself again.

Evan Mobley News / Hoops Wire / May 29

Bucks reportedly view Cavs’ Evan Mobley as ideal Giannis return

The Giannis Antetokounmpo speculation isn’t going away. Now, another report has linked Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley to the conversation. According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, the Bucks would have interest in acquiring Mobley as part of any potential trade package if Milwaukee were ever to move Antetokounmpo.

Video Games News / Athlon Sports / May 29

NBA THE RUN Open Beta Is Free — Here's How to Download It

For basketball gaming fans, it has been a long time since a major streetball-focused title entered the conversation. That changes on June 9 when NBA THE RUN officially launches, bringing fast-paced arcade hoops, NBA superstars, street legends, and online competition to a new generation of players.

NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / May 28

Giannis Antetokounmpo Would Reportedly Consider a Reunion with Damian Lillard

Another day, another report that doesn't give us the resolution of the Giannis Antetokounmpo saga. Now, it's Chris Haynes who yet again had a report on Giannis, which is intriguing because he is related to Giannis through marriage.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / May 28

What The Bucks Could Look Like After A Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade To Miami

We are four weeks away from the 2026 NBA Draft, and the Bucks may be finally moving on from Giannis Antetokounmpo. Shams Charania has reported that if

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / May 28

Milwaukee Bucks 2026 Mock Draft: No. 8, Mikel Brown Jr.

Mikel Brown Jr. could well be the second-best three-level scorer in this draft as a rookie (behind Darryn Peterson), and he has been rising up draft boards following a strong showing at the combine.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 28

Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals toughest player he’s ever guarded

Giannis Antetokounmpo is in the final days of his career as a member of the Milwaukee Bucks franchise, as it’s clear that the Bucks are not equipped whatsoever to provide Antetokounmpo with the championship-caliber roster he so craves to be playing alongside.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 27

How Giannis Antetokounmpo reacted to Myles Turner’s claim

Milwaukee Bucks center Myles Turner ruffled some feathers recently when he spilled behind the scenes news regarding the team this past season. Among some of the things Turner revealed was that Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo was routinely late for team flights and was never punished for it.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / May 27

The Giannis Antetokounmpo Saga May Be Down to One Team Before the Draft

It has felt like forever for Milwaukee Bucks fans, and the entire NBA. Each day, new "reports" coming out as reporters, teams, and aggregators continue to recirculate the same information, give their opinions, and sometimes, give us an update that has actual substance.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Larry Brown Sports / May 24

Bucks make significant decision about their coaching staff

The Milwaukee Bucks are keeping their most experienced assistant coach under new head man Taylor Jenkins. Former Los Angeles Lakers head coach Darvin Ham will be remaining with the Bucks as an assistant, according to Eric Nehm and Sam Amick of The Athletic.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / May 23

Darvin Ham, Joe Boylan To Join Bucks Coaching Staff

Head coach Taylor Jenkins‘ coaching staff for the Bucks is taking shape. In addition to the recently-announced Peter St. Andrews, Milwaukee is bringing on Joe Boylan and retaining Darvin Ham, Eric Nehm and Sam Amick report for The Athletic.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / May 23

Bucks To Hire Patrick St. Andrews As Assistant Coach

The Bucks are hiring former Blazers assistant coach Patrick St. Andrews, reports Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). St. Andrews worked previously with the Bucks’ new coach, Taylor Jenkins, when they were both with the Grizzlies.

Milwaukee Bucks News / AirJordanChronicles / May 22

Patrick Beverley Sounds Off on Myles Turner Over Giannis and Bucks Controversy

Patrick Beverley is never one to keep his opinions quiet. When surprising details leaked about a struggling team, he stepped in to defend his former franchise. Beverley blasted Myles Turner on SiriusXM NBA Radio for claiming the Milwaukee Bucks locker room lacks discipline.