Blazers withdraw from pursuit of Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Portland Trail Blazers have decided to step back from trade discussions regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo. Previously, the Blazers were willing to trade up to four years of first-round draft picks for Antetokounmpo, even without assurance of a contract extension. Current information suggests that the likelihood of securing an extension has diminished, influencing Portland's decision to withdraw from the sweepstakes. The Miami Heat and Boston Celtics are now viewed as the leading contenders to acquire the Milwaukee Bucks star.

• 11:33 AMYahoo Sports — Blazers out of the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes