Shams Charania: 'Four franchises are now serious about Antetokounmpo'

Giannis Antetokounmpo remains the most scrutinized name surrounding the NBA. Last week, the Greek superstar told the Bucks’ management he is ready to leave the team after twelve years, claiming he is prepared for "a new home." Since then, league phones have gone wild, with Milwaukee aiming to secure the best possible agreement.

According to ESPN insider Shams Charania, four franchises are making serious efforts to acquire Antetokounmpo: the Miami Heat, Minnesota Timberwolves, Golden State Warriors, and New York Knicks. These are all organizations where Giannis’s addition would target an immediate NBA title. However, Brian Windhorst reports the Knicks are pulling back. They believe in their current squad and lack the aggression to win a bidding war, as a necessary three or four team trade is deemed unlikely to happen.