1 NBA Team Looking To Steal Giannis Antetokounmpo From Bucks
1 NBA Team Looking To Steal Giannis Antetokounmpo From Bucks
After finishing the 2024-25 NBA regular season with a 48-34 record, the Milwaukee Bucks landed in fifth place in the Eastern Conference. They entered the playoffs with high expectations, maybe even a bit of pressure hanging in the air.
Giannis Antetokounmpo put up some impressive individual numbers, but the team’s been stumbling, dropping the first two games against the Indiana Pacers in the opening playoff round. Not exactly the start fans were hoping for.
As the Bucks struggle out of the gate, trade rumors are picking up steam around Antetokounmpo’s future. There’s chatter from multiple sources about serious interest from other Eastern Conference teams.
Word is, the Brooklyn Nets are gearing up to make a real push for a trade involving the Bucks’ star forward this offseason. All this speculation has people wondering—what’s next for Milwaukee and their franchise cornerstone?
And so it begins. Brooklyn will pursue Giannis aggressively this summer. pic.twitter.com/woKeMrNwWp
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) April 23, 2025
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Impact in Game 2 Versus Indiana
Giannis Antetokounmpo was a key contributor for the Milwaukee Bucks during Game 2 against the Indiana Pacers. He logged 40 minutes, notching a double-double with 34 points and a pretty wild 18 rebounds.
On top of that, Antetokounmpo dished out 7 assists. He really showed off his ability to facilitate, not just score.
The Bucks leaned on him for both points and boards. Indiana, though, was relentless and made things tough for Milwaukee on crucial possessions.
Giannis’ work on the glass kept the Bucks in it, especially when momentum felt like it could swing either way.
Key Stats – Giannis Antetokounmpo in Game 2
| Points | Assists | Rebounds | Minutes Played |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 7 | 18 | 40 |
Even with Antetokounmpo’s big night, Milwaukee was unable to secure a victory, falling 123-115. There were some heated exchanges between players down the stretch, with emotions running high as the clock wound down.
A graduate from the University of Texas, Anthony Amador has been credentialed to cover the Houston Texans, Dallas Cowboys, San Antonio Spurs, Dallas Mavericks and high school games all over the Lone Star State. Currently, his primary beats are the NBA, MLB, NFL and UFC.
