The Toronto Raptors, who would be quite formidable with Antetokounmpo and Scottie Barnes side by side, have a similar quandary. The list goes on from there, with oft-cited longshots like the Atlanta Hawks and Golden State Warriors also facing complications.

The Rockets don’t appear to have the motivation — at the moment, anyway — because of their immense belief in the younger core.”

As currently constituted, the Knicks can absolutely win the Eastern Conference. But can they beat the West's best?

Recent reports claimed that Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo gathered several teammates to stress that trade rumors should not distract them. After responses from Kyle Kuzma and Kevin Porter Jr., the NBA world remained uncertain if the meeting even occurred.

The Giannis Antetokounmpo situation is one many NBA fans have been keeping an eye on. The Milwaukee Bucks are off to a poor start, currently sitting at 11-15. Trade speculation around the Greek Freak has been relentless.

This Warriors news leak about a Draymond Green for Giannis trade is hilarious originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. The Golden State Warriors would be a thrilling landing spot in a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo if the Milwaukee Bucks actually decide to deal their superstar.

NBA insider Jake Fischer broke the news today that back in 2020, before Giannis led the Bucks to their second-ever title a year later, the two-time Greek MVP was plotting a move to two teams. He either wanted to play on the Miami Heat or create a super duo alongside the Slovenian wunderkind on the Dallas Mavericks.