The Milwaukee Bucks are still trying to figure out their future with Giannis Antetokounmpo reportedly leaning towards leaving the franchise.
However, while NBA fans try to figure out where the Greek superstar will land before the 2026 NBA trade deadline, an unlikely source may have cracked the code.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo’s mother released a throwback photo of the former NBA champion with his family inside the Miami Heat’s arena from years ago. Meanwhile, the tame post has Bucks fans truly worried about Antetokounmpo potentially leaving.
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Giannis’ mom just posted a throwback picture of Giannis in the Miami Heat arena. This is not a drill. (@dru_star) pic.twitter.com/V5pWPabY68
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) January 28, 2026
This season, Giannis Antetokounmpo has averaged over 28 points per game prior to his recent injury. However, NBA teams could be flocking to land the Greek Freak’s services before the deadline.
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The Heat are among several teams that NBA insiders have linked Antetokounmpo to in addition to the Golden State Warriors, Toronto Raptors and New York Knicks.
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Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo drives for the basket against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
Any team looking to trade for Giannis will surely need to shell out a hefty haul to Milwaukee though. The Bucks reportedly are looking for a combination of draft picks and potentially young stars.
The 31 year old has played in Milwaukee since 2013, and a potential move would certainly shake up the Bucks franchise after over a decade with one of the most dominant power forwards in the NBA.
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