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Dallas Mavericks
The deal: Cooper Flagg, Daniel Gafford, Klay Thompson, Caleb Martin, Naji Marshall, and 2032 DAL first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Thanasis Antetokounmpo, Gary Harris, and Taurean Prince
The Bucks get the league’s most intriguing under-20 prospect, along with a group of role players who could, potentially, be moved individually down the line.
Dallas, obviously, adds Antetokounmpo to a core of Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving, in the hopes of forming a ridiculously effective Big Three. It’s expensive, but it’d create much-needed buzz in Dallas.
Quality: A-
Likelihood: 2/5
Denver Nuggets
The deal: Aaron Gordon, Cam Johnson, Jonas Valančiūnas, Peyton Watson, DaRon Holmes, Julian Strawther for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Taurean Prince, Jericho Sims, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
All right, so you might be wondering about the deal having no picks involved. Yes, that’s a problem for Denver seeing as it has no control of its future in that department. As such, the only real value here lies with Denver’s young players. Some are good, others are OK, and, ultimately, the Nuggets will have no chance of landing the Greek Freak. Sorry, Colorado!
Quality: C-
Likelihood: 1/5
Detroit Pistons
The deal: Jaden Ivey, Tobias Harris, Ausar Thompson, Ron Holland, 2026 DET first, 2028 DET first and 2030 DET first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
Detroit is in possession of all of its draft picks, so it can actually make a decent push for the former Finals MVP. But it’ll cost the Pistons multiple selections, and multiple prospects, which won’t be an easy thing to fork over.
For the Bucks, needless to say, this is a package that offers them a chance of attacking a rebuilding process. Let’s not make it more complicated than it is.
Quality: A
Likelihood: 3/5
Golden State Warriors
The deal: Jimmy Butler, Jonathan Kuminga, Brandin Podziemski, 2026 GSW first, 2028 GSW first and a 2030 GSW first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Bobby Portis, and Thanasis Antetokounmpo.
It’s a significant package the Warriors can send out, in large part due to the fact that they control their own future in terms of draft picks. Is it realistic? Probably not, but with the addition of two prospects in Kuminga and Podziemski, things at least get interesting.
Quality: B+
Likelihood: 3/5
Houston Rockets
The deal: Amen Thompson, Reed Sheppard, Fred VanVleet, Steven Adams, Tari Eason, 2027 PHX first and 2031 HOU first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jericho Sims, Amir Coffey and Thanasis Antetokounmpo
This is a haul for Milwaukee, to the point where you can even argue if Houston is leaning in too heavily. On the other hand, it’s Giannis Antetokounmpo. Having him paired with Kevin Durant and Alperen Şengün would form the longest frontline in the league, which can only be a good thing for Houston’s championship equity.
Quality: A
Likelihood: 2/5
Indiana Pacers
The deal: Pascal Siakam, Bennedict Mathurin, 2026 IND first, 2028 IND first and 2030 IND first for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
This deal is heavily based on draft equity, as that’s the primary type of asset the Pacers have.
For the Bucks, it’s a bit of a clean slate, and Siakam should be able to get moved elsewhere, presumably for more picks.
Quality: B+
Likelihood: 1/5
Los Angeles Clippers
The deal: Kawhi Leonard, Kris Dunn and 2031 LAC first for Giannis Antetokounmpo
Nothing here makes sense. The Clips don’t have picks or young guys of note. While Leonard is awesome, he’s too old and makes no sense for Milwaukee.
Quality: F
Likelihood: 0/5
Los Angeles Lakers
The deal: Technically, none.
LeBron James holds a player option, and his contract is frankly crucial in terms of salary-matching, so unless he’s willing to waive it to land in Milwaukee — and with respect to the fine state of Wisconsin, why would he? — this is a complete nonstarter.
Quality: N/A
Likelihood: 0/5
Memphis Grizzlies
The deal: Ja Morant, Zach Edey, Cedric Coward, 2026 MEM first, 2028 MEM first, 2030 MEM first for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
This isn’t uninteresting for Milwaukee, as the Bucks get two young prospects and three picks, and can possibly rehab the trade value of Morant, only to flip him later. But there are just so many ifs in this scenario, which they will assuredly see as a negative.
Quality: B
Likelihood: 2/5
Miami Heat
The deal: Andrew Wiggins, Norman Powell, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., 2030 MIA first and 2032 MIA first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
It’s a mixture of a return for Milwaukee, which gets younger, boosts its asset trove and can look ahead. There are, however, much more intriguing deals out there. So while this may make sense for Miami, it’s another situation for Milwaukee entirely.
Quality: B
Likelihood: 3/5
Minnesota Timberwolves
The deal: Jaden McDaniels, Naz Reid, Mike Conley, Rob Dillingham and Joan Beringer for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Thanasis Antetokounmpo, Amir Coffey, Taurean Prince and Jericho Sims
Yes, you read that right. No picks. That isn’t because Minnesota can offer enough to get away with it. Rather, the Wolves don’t have control of their selections, which greatly complicates matters.
Needless to say, Milwaukee will look at this offer and tell the Wolves that Anthony Edwards needs to be in play, or no deal. Honestly? That seems fair.
Quality: D
Likelihood: 1/5
New Orleans Pelicans
The deal: Zion Williamson, Derik Queen, Jeremiah Fears, Kevon Looney, 2028 NOP first and 2030 NOP first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
It’s a bit of a moot point, because even if the Pelicans were able to acquire Antetokounmpo — which they won’t — who exactly are they going to pair him with?
For Milwaukee, this is mildly intriguing, but not enough to make it genuinely interested.
Quality: C+
Likelihood: 1/5
New York Knicks
The deal: OG Anunoby and Josh Hart for Giannis Antetokounmpo
The Knicks can’t send out picks, as that would violate the Stepien rule, and they don’t have much in the form of young players. It’s the franchise that Antetokounmpo was rumored to be interested in, but making a trade work that Milwaukee would accept is exceedingly difficult.
Quality: C-
Likelihood: 1/5
Oklahoma City Thunder
The deal: Isaiah Hartenstein, Lu Dort, Cason Wallace, Thomas Sorber, Ajay Mitchell, 2026 LAC first, 2026 UTA first and 2027 DEN first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jericho Sims, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
The rich get richer, and Milwaukee gets a major influx of flexibility to aid its inevitable rebuild. If this feels unfair, it’s because it is. It’d be enormously fun, though.
Quality: A
Likelihood: 4/5
Orlando Magic
The deal: Franz Wagner, Jonathan Isaac, Anthony Black, Tristan Da Silva and 2031 ORL first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jericho Sims, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
There simply isn’t enough value here for Milwaukee to be even remotely interested, especially given that Orlando has very little draft equity left. Also, after Wagner’s injury in New York on Sunday, this makes even less sense.
Quality: D
Likelihood: 1/5
Philadelphia 76ers
The deal: Paul George, VJ Edgecombe, Jared McCain, Trendon Watford, 2028 LAC first and 2031 PHI first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jericho Sims, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
No. Just no. The inclusion of either Joel Embiid or George is necessary, and that means the Sixers will have to relinquish picks in order to pay Milwaukee to take on those deals.
The fact that they’re getting Antetokounmpo on top of that is, frankly, laughable.
Quality: D
Likelihood: 0/5
Phoenix Suns
The deal: Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, Khaman Maluach, Ryan Dunn, Oso Ighodaro for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jericho Sims, Thanasis Antetokounmpo, and Amir Coffey
With no draft pick flexibility whatsoever, the Suns can only make an offer based on their young players, and there isn’t a clear-cut future star in that group. This deal is DOA.
Quality: F
Likelihood: 1/5
Portland Trail Blazers
The deal: Jerami Grant, Deni Avdija, Matisse Thybulle, Scoot Henderson, and all of Milwaukee’s picks and swaps back for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jericho Sims, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
This is all about future control, which is what Portland can offer. The Blazers give back Milwaukee their picks, which allows the Bucks to dictate their own terms. Make no mistake, this is a far more attractive offer for the Bucks than the vast majority of deals presented.
Quality: A
Likelihood: 4/5
Sacramento Kings
The deal: Domantas Sabonis, Dennis Schröder, 2026 SAC first, 2028 SAC first and 2031 MIN first for Giannis Antetokounmpo and Thanasis Antetokounmpo
The Kings have control of many of their own selections, which is helpful. The inclusion of Sabonis is with the hope that the Bucks can pivot and move him in a new deal, fetching a solid return and thus double-dipping.
Quality: B-
Likelihood: 1/5
San Antonio Spurs
The deal: Stephon Castle, Devin Vassell, Harrison Barnes, Kelly Olynyk, Carter Bryant, 2027 ATL first, 2029 SAS first and 2031 SAC pick swap for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Kyle Kuzma, Amir Coffey and Thanasis Antetokounmpo
The Spurs do more than relinquish young talent and picks here — they also take on the contract of Kuzma, which is not considered attractive around the league. It’s a big pay for the Bucks, who reset their cap, regain draft equity and get three real future pieces in Castle, Vassell and Bryant.
Quality: A
Likelihood: 4/5
Toronto Raptors
The deal: Scottie Barnes, Jakob Poeltl, Gradey Dick, Collin Murray-Boyles, 2026 TOR first and 2028 TOR first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jericho Sims, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
Toronto can go in more ways here, as it has control of its draft picks, but here the Raptors relinquish depth to maintain draft equity. If Milwaukee wants more future flexibility, as opposed to veterans, Toronto can accommodate.
Quality: A
Likelihood: 3/5
Utah Jazz
The deal: Lauri Markkanen, Ace Bailey, Brice Sensabaugh, 2026 LAL first, 2030 UTA first and 2032 UTA first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
This makes no sense, because where does Utah go from here? It works, and Milwaukee gets a solid package with future upside, plus whatever it can get for Markkanen, but this seems pointless.
Quality: B
Likelihood: 1/5
Washington Wizards
The deal: Khris Middleton, Alexandre Sarr, Tre Johnson, Kyshawn George, Cam Whitmore, 2030 WAS first and 2032 WAS first for Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jericho Sims, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Amir Coffey
Wizards give up their future, more or less, for a former MVP who would have very little to do in Washington. It doesn’t make sense for them, but Milwaukee does replenish its cupboards.
Quality: B+
Likelihood: 1/5