The Brooklyn Nets could emerge as a serious Giannis Antetokounmpo suitor, armed with 10-11 tradable first-round picks and a young star like Michael Porter Jr.
The Miami Heat and New York Knicks are two Eastern Conference teams frequently mentioned in Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors, but they may not be the only ones from the conference showing interest ahead of the February 5 trade deadline or this upcoming summer.
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According to Brian Lewis of The New York Post, the Brooklyn Nets are also expected to seriously consider making a legitimate offer for the two-time MVP.
"Brooklyn has 10 tradable firsts, Michael Porter Jr. and 11 tradeable firsts as of draft night. I think Brooklyn will seriously consider making an offer," Lewis wrote.
Earlier reports have indicated that the Milwaukee Bucks are seeking blue-chip young talent and/or a significant haul of draft picks in any potential Giannis deal.
The 31-year-old Antetokounmpo is currently sidelined with a calf strain and is expected to remain out well beyond the February 5 deadline.
This season, Giannis is averaging 28.0 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game.
It's a challenging period for both Antetokounmpo and the Bucks, who sit 12th in the Eastern Conference with an 18-28 record amid reports of all-time-high tension during the Giannis era.
The Nets, meanwhile, are 13th in the East.
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