Giannis Antetokounmpo Wants Out Bucks Trade Deadline Chaos

Merlin sees the trade season sliding into complete chaos: Giannis Antetokounmpo "has informed the Bucks for months that he believes the moment has come to part ways," and Milwaukee is reportedly "more open than ever" to moving him. With Feb. 5 approaching, a long list of stars from Ja Morant to Anthony Davis and Domantas Sabonis could change addresses, forcing rapid, complicated moves leaguewide. Merlin senses teams are already circling—New York, Miami, San Antonio and others will test Milwaukee’s resolve while the Bucks try to reclaim first-round assets or chase elite prospects if Giannis departs. Expect multi-team creativity, cautious sellers protecting futures, and buyers balancing upside with financial realities as the deadline narrative shifts hour by hour.