Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the elite players in the NBA. The Milwaukee Bucks selected him with the 15th overall pick in the 2013 NBA Draft. Since joining the team, he has consistently demonstrated exceptional skill and effort, which was key in leading the Bucks to the NBA Championship in the 2020-21 season.
As he continues to excel in the 2024-25 NBA season, the Brooklyn Nets are targeting Antetokounmpo in a potential blockbuster trade. According to Brian Lewis of the New York Post, Antetokounmpo remains the “ultimate prize” for the Nets.
“The Nets must gauge if Antetokounmpo — whom The Post has reported is still their white whale — will ever become available, and if they’re prepared to wait. Brooklyn is still holding out for Giannis,” Lewis wrote in his recent reports.
The Brooklyn Nets are reportedly more interested in pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo than De’Aaron Fox or Jimmy Butler, per @NYPost_Lewis
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) January 29, 2025
“Fox immediately supplants Jimmy Butler atop the list of available game-changers, and Brooklyn sees the Kings guard as a trade target —… pic.twitter.com/IqSWOb7jHX
According to Lewis, the Nets are more interested in pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo than De’Aaron Fox or Jimmy Butler. Antetokounmpo is widely regarded as one of the greatest power forwards and players in basketball history. He recently stated that he always strives to play hard against every opponent.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Dominates Portland Trail Blazers In Recent Outing
The Bucks recently played the Portland Trail Blazers in an exciting game at the Moda Center. Antetokounmpo delivered a stellar performance, recording a double-double with 39 points, five assists, and 12 rebounds in just 36 minutes of play.
Bucks guard Damian Lillard also contributed significantly, scoring 20 points, along with six assists and three rebounds. Unfortunately, their efforts weren’t enough to secure a victory. The Blazers won the game with a final score of 125-112.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo over the last 6 games:
— Hoop Central (@TheHoopCentral) January 29, 2025
39 PTS – 12 REB – 5 AST – 71% FG
35 PTS – 18 REB – 7 AST – 70% FG
36 PTS – 13 REB – 1 AST – 54% FG
25 PTS – 12 REB – 4 AST – 55% FG
34 PTS – 15 REB – 6 AST – 76% FG
35 PTS – 13 REB – 3 AST – 60% FG
Not being talked about enough. 🔥😤 pic.twitter.com/7potCONbcV
The Bucks are currently in fourth place in the Eastern Conference standings, with a record of 26 wins and 19 losses in the 2024-25 NBA season. Antetokounmpo has played 39 games this season and is averaging 31.7 points, 12.2 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game. The Bucks will play their next game against the San Antonio Spurs at the AT&T Center.
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