Giannis Antetokoumpo Considering A Move To The Lakers
Veteran NBA writer Marc Stein has shed light on the possible path for Milwaukee Bucks' star Giannis Antetokounmpo beyond his time with the Bucks. Stein's recent report stirs up discussion about the Lakers and the Knicks showing interest in the basketball standout down the line. According to Stein, the Lakers are a team that's already being considered a contender for Antetokounmpo's future, alongside the New York Knicks.
"The Lakers and the Knicks are already being mentioned as franchises presumed to interest Antetokounmpo down the road if he does decide to move on from Milwaukee, which just made a slew of moves (re-signing Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez and replacing Mike Budenholzer as coach with Adrian Griffin) to try to appease its face of the franchise," Stein wrote.
"You can be certain if nothing else, that The Giannis Watch is back on and, like it or not, will thrust his future back to the forefront of the NBA discourse after just three seasons of relative quiet that must have elapsed awfully quickly for Bucks fans.
Antetokounmpo, a two-time MVP, isn't eligible for free agency until 2025. Yet, the competition for his attention seems to be heating up in advance. The Bucks are embarking on a fresh chapter with first-year head coach Adrian Griffin, following the departure of Mike Budenholzer. Additionally, the supporting cast around Antetokounmpo is aging, with players like Khris Middleton (32), Jrue Holiday (33), and Brook Lopez (35). Adding to the intrigue, Antetokounmpo himself recently hinted that he might not extend his contract with the Bucks if he's not aligned with their future direction.
"I would not be the best version of myself if I don't know that everybody's on the same page, everybody's going for a championship, everybody's going to sacrifice time away from their family like I do," Giannis told the New York Times. "And if I don't feel that, I'm not signing."
The allure of the Lakers as a prime destination for free agents is no secret, potentially giving them an edge. Notably, they previously had Antetokounmpo's younger brother, Kostas, on their roster during their 2020 championship-winning season. Even with LeBron James potentially exiting the equation in a couple of years, the Lakers have substantial long-term financial commitments—Rui Hachimura (contracted through 2026), Austin Reaves (contracted through 2027), and Anthony Davis (contracted through 2028). Furthermore, Antetokounmpo might need to reconsider his previous stance on playing in Los Angeles.
As the NBA landscape evolves, the Lakers and the Knicks emerge as intriguing contenders for Giannis Antetokounmpo's future. The journey ahead holds exciting prospects, and basketball enthusiasts eagerly await further developments.
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