NBA insider Bobby Marks shared that Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks aren’t planning any trades soon.
Why Trade Talks Started
People are buzzing about a possible Giannis trade because the Bucks have had a rough start, winning only one of their first seven games. They’re currently at the bottom of the Eastern Conference standings, which has sparked these rumors.
Bobby Marks on Giannis:
“He is not looking to be moved. Milwaukee is not looking to move him… I think we can put away the fictional Giannis trade proposals for right now.”
โ Nathan Marzion (@nathanmarzion)
Giannis Shines Amidst Team Struggles
The poor performance isn’t due to Giannis, as he’s been putting up impressive numbers: 31 points, 12.3 rebounds, and 6.3 assists per game. If his team was doing better, he might even be in MVP talks! Sadly, his teammates aren’t keeping up. Brook Lopez is scoring less than ever before, Bobby Portis can’t hit threes this season, and their defense is struggling.
Fans wonder if something big needs to change for things to improve.
The Lillard Dilemma
The Bucks have traded many picks and players trying to support Giannis but haven’t found success with Damian Lillard either. Last year teams were eager to get Lillard; maybe they still are since he’s averaging 27.6 points and 6.7 assists.
If they could swap Lillard for younger talent, it might help them climb out of this slump!
Possible Moves Ahead?
Could trading Lillard bring in fresh energy? Teams like the Heat or Nets were interested before he joined the Bucks; maybe they’d consider him again? The team needs a top-notch offense with Lillard running point because their defense isn’t as strong anymore.
Currently ranked low in both offense and defense compared to previous years under Coach Budenholzer’s leadership shows how much things have changed.
Khris Middleton’s Uncertain Return
Another issue is Khris Middleton’s slow recovery from injury
Even if he returns soon enough just adding another older player alongside Giannis won’t solve everything overnight!
With no plans for trading Antetokounmpo now confirmed by both parties involvedโthe question remains: where do they go from here? Luckily when you’re already at rock bottomโthe only way left is up!
