"Giannis Antetokounmpo is synonymous with the Milwaukee Bucks. But the writing is on the wall in increasingly large font that his time with the Bucks could be ending. In addition, Giannis is dealing with a calf injury that has him sidelined "indefinitely," which practically translates to the four-to-six-week range that could have him out until March. If Giannis were to be traded by this season's NBA trade deadline on Feb. 5, what would it mean for fantasy squads?"
"Giannis is the most traded player in fantasy hoops over the past week, ahead of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Michael Porter Jr., Kevin Durant, Devin Booker, Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. This is especially interesting considering Giannis' injury status. Based on his uncertain prognosis, it's possible Giannis doesn't even play again before the fantasy playoffs in March. On the other hand, last season's major in-season trade involved Jimmy Butler III, who was also nursing an injury before he was traded to Golden State, but Butler returned to the court immediately after the trade."
Giannis Antetokounmpo may leave the Milwaukee Bucks before the Feb. 5 trade deadline while sidelined with a calf injury expected to last roughly four to six weeks, potentially through March. A trade would reshape fantasy rosters and valuations, with managers weighing an injured, high-ceiling talent whose current fantasy rank has dropped from top-five to near top-40. Giannis has become the most-traded fantasy player recently, reflecting both uncertainty and speculation. Historical precedent exists of injured stars returning quickly after in-season trades. Fantasy managers might split the difference on value or gamble on a post-trade rebound.
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