"If Giannis Antetokounmpo is not playing for the Milwaukee Bucks, he wants to play for the New York Knicks, that has become clear. ESPN's Shams Charania reported that the Knicks and Bucks engaged in trade talks regarding the superstar big man in August, though no traction was made. This came amid rampant speculation about Antetokounmpo's future in Milwaukee and his uncertainty in the franchise's direction."
"Charania noted that New York was the only place outside of Milwaukee that the 2021 NBA champion and two-time MVP would want to play, though Bucks management reportedly made it known that they were unwilling to move their star. Others contend that the package the Knicks offered simply wasn't good enough. The latter hypothetical seems like the more realistic happening. The Knicks extended Mikal Bridges to a four-year, $150 million deal in August, meaning he is ineligible to be traded until February."
Giannis Antetokounmpo would only accept playing for the New York Knicks if he leaves the Milwaukee Bucks. The Knicks and Bucks engaged in trade talks in August but reached no agreement. Bucks management reportedly refused to trade their star, while critics said the Knicks' proposed package was insufficient. The Knicks signed Mikal Bridges to a four-year, $150 million contract, rendering him ineligible for trade until February. New York's trade assets were limited to one first-round pick, three pick swaps, and eight second-rounders. Milwaukee retooled by waiving Damian Lillard and signing Myles Turner, but a poor start could increase trade pressure.
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