Rumors of Giannis Antetokounmpo being traded by the Milwaukee Bucks have been prevalent for almost a year, but the odds of him being moved this summer seem to be at an all-time high.
As rumors grow and new reports continue to surface, it's hard actually know where Antetokounmpo prefers to be traded to, if he truly turns down an extension with the Bucks. During an appearance on CLNS Media on Sunday, NBA insider Brian Windhorst dropped an unfortunate update on Antetokounmpo's chances of joining the Celtics.
"I have not heard that Boston is on Giannis's list," Windhorst said. "I have not heard that Giannis is prepared to sign the extension with Boston. Just because I haven't heard doesn't mean it's not true. But until those two things are true, I don't think it's really something that's in the world of reality."
He made sure to clarify that there is a chance that Antetokounmpo could want to join the Celtics, but he has not heard that from his sources yet. On paper, the Celtics seem like one of the best choices for him.
The Celtics would have to move on from Jaylen Brown to accommodate Antetokounmpo's salary. However, they would be retaining Jayson Tatum. Tatum and Antetokounmpo could be one of the best duos in the league, and certainly capable of winning a championship. Meanwhile, the Miami Heat, who are seen as another contender for him, would have to gut their roster to land him since they do not have an asset like Brown to deal.
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