People who only get to watch Giannis Antetokounmpo play said the Milwaukee Bucks star is being open-minded and is considering playing for another team. People close to him, whether current and former teammates or former opponents, have different opinion.
Paul George, Philadelphia 76ers
Nov 30, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Philadelphia 76ers forward Paul George (8) is defended by Detroit Pistons forward Ronald Holland II (00) in the first half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
Philadelphia 76ers star Paul George, who Antetokounmpo beat in the MVP race in 2019, does not think the Greek Freak will leave the team that he won everything with and it has a lot to do with his mentality and him being an international player.
“Giannis is the old era-cut, where I think he wants to stay in Milwaukee his whole career,” George said on his weekly podcast.
“I don’t see him wanting to leave. You see that more so (with) the international guys. They kind of stay where they’re drafted, for the most part.”
Paul George, Giannis Antetokounmpo
Jan 27, 2019; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Paul George (13) dribbles the ball around Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during the first quarter at Chesapeake Energy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports
PG went on to explain how loyalty is a culture.
“I mean, they come from a different world. You come to America, you get treated (like) royalty, king, all of that. Took care of my family. It’s home. And I won here. So, it’s a legacy thing with Giannis in Milwaukee. I don’t think he wants to leave there. I don’t even know what scenarios are out there.”
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Shams Charania was the one who reported that Giannis is entertaining the idea of playing for another team, citing ambiguous sources. He also said the one-time NBA champion is supposed to have a meeting with the front office soon.
That meeting, according to Charania, did not take place. Appearing the Pat McAfee show, he said Giannis is being patient.
Milwaukee Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo
Apr 29, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) celebrates a made basket during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
He got another scoop though. He is floating an idea that connects Antetokounmpo to the Indiana Pacers who continue are continuing their cinderella run that started with first round victory against the Bucks.
“They’re [Pacers] turning into a destination.”
The Pacers ARE a destination @ShamsCharania #PMSLive pic.twitter.com/cCsJgvHhTk
— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) May 27, 2025
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