Giannis Antetokounmpo: Where Will He Play Next?

New York, USAThu Dec 04 2025
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Giannis Antetokounmpo, the star player for the Milwaukee Bucks, is making headlines again. His future with the team is up in the air. Talks about his possible move to the New York Knicks have been going on for a while. But, there's a big question mark hanging over the deal. The Knicks are doing well this season. They are fourth in the Eastern Conference. But, they know that adding a player like Giannis could make them even stronger. The Bucks, on the other hand, are struggling. They've lost eight of their last nine games. This has made people wonder if Giannis might want to leave. Giannis has said in the past that he wants to win. He's also said that he believes in his team. But, he's left the door open for a change of heart if things don't go well. His coach, Doc Rivers, has said that Giannis has never asked to be traded. He also said that Giannis loves Milwaukee and the Bucks. But, rumors have been swirling for a while. There was a report over the offseason that if Giannis were to be traded, the Knicks would be his preference. The Knicks did have discussions with the Bucks, but they didn't go far. The Knicks thought the Bucks weren't serious about making a deal. Now, things might be different. If Giannis does ask to be traded, the Bucks might be more willing to listen. The Knicks have a few players that could be part of a trade package. But, Mikal Bridges can't be traded until February. So, if Giannis wants to move soon, Bridges can't be part of the deal. Karl-Anthony Towns is another player that could be part of a trade. He has two years left on his contract. The Knicks haven't extended his contract yet. But, Towns has said that he wants to stay with the Knicks. He loves playing in New York and being close to his family. So, where will Giannis play next? That's the big question. The ball is in his court. He's the one who will make the final decision. And, whatever he decides, it will have a big impact on the NBA.