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Trade chatter surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo has picked up again, but several rival executives around the league believe any real resolution may wait until the offseason, according to Sam Amick of The Athletic.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo Sends Message to Bucks Teammate After ‘Coward’ Remark From Ex-NBA Star

For once, Giannis Antetokounmpo did not need a press conference, a carefully worded quote, or a postgame mic drop to get his point across. All it took was a couple of laughing emojis and a reply to his teammate on Instagram.

Milwaukee Bucks News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 12

Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo slammed as a 'coward' by Kendrick Perkins in wild tirade

As the NBA world continues to speculate about Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future, ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins is calling out the nine-time All-Star.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / December 12

'He’s sick of the small market': Iman Shumpert alleges Giannis Antetokounmpo wants to leave the Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo appears to be the latest high-profile player considering a potential exit as the Milwaukee Bucks slide to 10th place in the Eastern Conference with an 11-15 record.

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Milwaukee Bucks News / Brew Hoop / December 12

Bucks vs. Celtics Player Grades: Kyle Kuzma and Bobby Portis combine for 58 in improbable win

The Milwaukee Bucks got a much-needed win after four days off, taking down their Eastern Conference rival, the Boston Celtics, 116-101. It’s the first win for the Bucks over the Celtics since the 2023-24 season, the same game Giannis went down with his left soleus injury.

NBA News / Yardbarker / December 12

Another team could join Knicks in pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Knicks are one of the few teams that could legitimately make a run at him, as they have the assets and players to match his salary. Nevertheless, they're not going to be alone in their pursuit of the superstar.

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Doc Rivers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 12

'We basically took away their threes': Doc Rivers praises Bucks defense in win over the Celtics

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers highlighted his team’s defensive changes as a key factor in their 116-101 win over the Boston Celtics on Thursday.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / December 12

NBA experts clash over how Giannis Antetokounmpo should handle Bucks crisis

Recent reports claimed that Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo gathered several teammates to stress that trade rumors should not distract them. After responses from Kyle Kuzma and Kevin Porter Jr., the NBA world remained uncertain if the meeting even occurred.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / December 12

Bucks stand pat amid Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors

Speculation around Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo keeps circulating, but for now, there is more rumor than substance, according to Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.

NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / December 12

Insider reveals only Giannis Antetokounmpo can trigger a Draymond Green trade

With Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee uncertain, multiple teams are expected to explore ways to acquire his services. The Golden State Warriors are frequently mentioned in trade talks, though questions remain about what they could offer in return.

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / December 12

'Looked Like Bosh, Wade, and Bron' – Milwaukee Bucks Trio Draws Wild Comparison From Boston Celtics’ Jaylen Brown

Kyle Kuzma, Bobby Portis, and Kevin Porter Jr. were spectacular in the Milwaukee Bucks‘ 116-101 home win over the Boston Celtics without injured star Giannis Antetokounmpo, so much so that Jaylen Brown compared them to LeBron James, Dwyane Wade, and Chris Bosh after the game.