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The Milwaukee Bucks are at a crossroads with megastar Giannis Antetokounmpo. They can either build out a championship roster around him or risk watching the situation stagnate.

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Milwaukee Bucks: Doc Rivers gives frustrating answer to question on Giannis Antetokounmpo minutes restriction ahead of Hawks showdown

The Milwaukee Bucks are 17-24 on the season and are set to take on the Atlanta Hawks, who are 20-24, on Monday afternoon. The Martin Luther King Jr. Day game, which will take place in Atlanta, sees two teams vying for a spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs, face each other, desperate for a win.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / Hoops Wire / January 19

Rival teams still not convinced Bucks keeping Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo have spent the past two weeks trying to put a lid on trade chatter. Around the league, that lid is still rattling. ESPN’s Brian Windhorst said on NBA Countdown that rival teams are actively pressing pause on deals because they are not convinced Antetokounmpo will still be in Milwaukee after February 5.

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Milwaukee Bucks injury report lists just 2 players out for showdown vs Atlanta Hawks

The Milwaukee Bucks have lost three games in a row and are now 17-24 on the season. Indeed, time is running out for them to turn the season around and get back into the Eastern Conference playoff picture.

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It's hard for everything to go right in the NBA, whether that's due to managerial decisions, bad luck with injuries, or other factors. In league history, there are some moments that stand out, moments that could have gone in a completely different direction and drastically changed the league.

Kyle Kuzma News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / January 19

Should Milwaukee Bucks trade Kyle Kuzma?

The Milwaukee Bucks are figuring out what to do with the roster ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline. While a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade has been floated in rumors, there is a good chance that he will not be dealt.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / January 19

Bucks Make Final Decision on Ja Morant Trade Amid Giannis Antetokounmpo Exit Rumors

The NBA in London turned out to be a statement night for the Memphis Grizzlies. For weeks now, they had thrown their star boy, Ja Morant, into the pits of the trade market.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / January 19

Giannis Antetokounmpo gets blunt comment from Michael Malone amid volatile Bucks situation

It doesn’t matter that Milwaukee Bucks superstar power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo already stated that he doesn’t want a trade out of the only team he’s played for so far in the NBA.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Hoops Rumors / January 19

Teams Holding Onto Assets For Potential Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bucks officials have both attempted to quash speculation about a potential trade over the past two weeks, but teams around the league continue to closely monitor the situation, according to two prominent NBA observers.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / January 19

Austin Reaves untouchable unless Giannis Antetokounmpo or Nikola Jokic hits the market

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks is quickly becoming one of the biggest questions hanging over the NBA. With Milwaukee sitting 11th in the Eastern Conference at 17-24, league-wide speculation is growing about whether the two-time MVP could push for a move before the trade deadline or wait until the offseason.

NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / January 19

Milwaukee Bucks-Atlanta Hawks Preview, Injury Report, Betting Lines, Lineups & More

Game date, time and location: Monday, Jan. 19, 12:00 p.m. CST, State Farm Arena, Atlanta, Georgia TV: Peacock Radio: AM 620/103.3 FM (Milwaukee), 92.9 FM The Game (Atlanta) VITALS: The Milwaukee Bucks (17-24) and Atlanta Hawks (20-24) meet for the first of three regular season matchups.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / January 19

Giannis Antetokounmpo to Knicks buzz resurfaces amid Karl-Anthony Towns’ underwhelming play

It has been a rough stretch for the Milwaukee Bucks, and Giannis Antetokounmpo’s frustration is showing. Despite putting up 28.8 points and 9.5 rebounds per game on 64.7 percent shooting, the two-time MVP has watched the Bucks slide to a disastrous 17-24 record.

Zach Lavine News / WI Sports Heroics / January 19

Bucks could target young Kings talent instead of Zach Lavine

With the NBA trade deadline approaching, the Milwaukee Bucks are intensifying their discussions and may move away from a Zach LaVine centered trade. HoopsHype

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Five NBA Heavyweights lurk as Giannis Antetokounmpo trade looms over the Bucks

Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo has said he has no intention of asking out of the Milwaukee Bucks, but teams across the league continue to operate as if that could change.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Last Word On Sports / January 18

5 Teams Monitoring Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Situation With Bucks

As teams refine their rosters, preparing for the NBA’s next era, several stars could be on the move in the coming months. However, they’re all hovering around Milwaukee Bucks showstopper Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Larry Brown Sports / January 18

Giannis Antetokounmpo may be holding up the NBA trade market

The NBA trade deadline is just over two weeks away, but no significant moves appear close to being made. Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo may be the reason why.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 18

Sliding Bucks, Hawks want to correct course in MLK Day matchup

Struggling teams, each on a three-game losing streak, will try to find their footing when the Milwaukee Bucks visit the Atlanta Hawks on Monday afternoon as part of the league's Martin Luther King Jr.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 18

Exploratory Bucks-Kings trade talks come to light

As the trade deadline approaches in less than a month, the rumors have been flying from left to right. There are two teams that seem to be in those rumors more often than not, and it’s the Milwaukee Bucks and Sacramento Kings.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / January 18

At halfway point, the Milwaukee Bucks are in middle of nowhere

These days, the Milwaukee Bucks only get mentioned as a means to others' ends. That was evident again this week, as ESPN's Brian Windhorst reported that much of the NBA, and its transaction machine, is on hold until the Bucks reach some sort of resolution about the future of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / January 17

Bucks reportedly looking to make a splash at the trade deadline to support Giannis

The February 5th trade deadline is rapidly approaching, and the Milwaukee Bucks are the center of attention with two sides of a coin. To move Giannis or to help Giannis.

Ryan Rollins News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / January 16

Ryan Rollins should be untouchable in Milwaukee Bucks trade talks

The Milwaukee Bucks are always active ahead of the NBA Trade Deadline, and this season may lead to their biggest splash in the Giannis Antetokounmpo era.