"The problem with such an aggressive approach, though, is it requires a level of cooperation that the Milwaukee Bucks are reportedly unwilling to extend. For all of the trade winds swirling around Antetokounmpo, "the Bucks have told teams they are looking to add to their roster in hopes of fortifying their struggling team," per The Athletic's Eric Nehm. And in a weird, roundabout way, Milwaukee's reluctance actually works to Miami's benefit."
"Since the Heat are out a future first (lottery-protected in 2027 and unprotected in 2028) due to the disastrous Terry Rozier trade, getting to this offseason won't really help their draft-pick collection. Maybe their current first lands higher than expected, but even then, they couldn't trade the selection until after making it due to the Stepien Rule."
Miami faces a superstar void and could pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo, but Milwaukee currently prefers to add pieces rather than trade its franchise star. The Heat lost a future first because of the Terry Rozier trade, limiting immediate draft assets and preventing trading this season's pick due to the Stepien Rule. Selling assets at the deadline could allow Miami to accumulate additional future firsts before the offseason. A potential compensatory pick for 2027 remains uncertain. Greater financial flexibility is also likely by next summer, improving Miami's ability to make a competitive offer for Antetokounmpo.
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