Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Preferred Trade Destinations Revealed

Originally posted on Athlon Sports | By Joshua Rosenblum | Last updated May 6, 2025 2:30 PM ET

The NBA rumor mill is buzzing with speculation about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future, as the Milwaukee Bucks superstar reportedly has his eyes on new horizons.

According to a recent report by Howard Beck on The Zach Lowe NBA Show, shared via a tweet by @Fullcourtpass, the two-time MVP has expressed interest in playing for Los Angeles, New York, or Miami if he were to leave the Bucks.

"The initial thing I got from one person was some rumblings that it's already just the big cities, one of the LA teams, one of the New York teams, or maybe Miami, not a big market but a glamor market, mid-sized market," Beck declared on the show.

This revelation has sent shockwaves through the league, igniting debates about where the tantalizing superstar should go among fans and analysts alike.

Antetokounmpo, who has been the cornerstone of the Bucks since being drafted in 2013, led the team to a championship in 2021, defeating the Phoenix Suns in the NBA Finals.

However, recent playoff disappointments, including back-to-back first-round exits, have fueled trade rumors.

Despite the Bucks’ efforts to bolster their roster with Damian Lillard, the team’s inability to reclaim contender status has left Antetokounmpo's future uncertain.

The allure of big-market cities like Los Angeles and New York, or the glamour of Miami, could offer the fresh start Antetokounmpo seeks. As the offseason approaches, all eyes will be on the Bucks to see if the “Greek Freak” stays loyal or takes his talents to a new stage.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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