Bucks Want Moon for Giannis Antetokounmpo

Multiple teams are chasing Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline, but Milwaukee is demanding a sky-high return. The Knicks, Heat, Timberwolves and Warriors are among the suitors, and one GM said, "They're asking for the moon. All of your young players and all of your draft picks." Merlin sees Milwaukee ready to hold Giannis if offers fall short, while Golden State becomes a leading candidate because it "can offer up to four first-rounders: 2026, 2028, 2032 unprotected and 2030 if it falls within the 1-20 range." Minnesota's idea of pairing him with Anthony Edwards "holds strong appeal," so a complex, multi-team package is likely before the deadline.