Giannis Antetokounmpo expresses hope to return to Milwaukee one day
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 1:49 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
Giannis Antetokounmpo, now with the Miami Heat, shared his thoughts on potentially returning to the Milwaukee Bucks in the future. In a podcast interview, he acknowledged that his decision to leave Milwaukee after 13 years and one NBA championship was driven by the desire for professional growth. While embracing his new role in Miami, Antetokounmpo expressed love for Milwaukee, stating he hopes to return if the opportunity arises. His tenure with the Heat has just begun, and he is preparing to take on greater responsibilities in this new chapter of his career.
- •Giannis Antetokounmpo joined the Miami Heat after 13 years with Milwaukee.
- •He aims to embrace a leading role with the Heat.
- •Antetokounmpo expressed hope of returning to Milwaukee someday.
- •He acknowledged the challenge of leaving his comfort zone.
- •The conversation took place on the Greek podcast AnesTea The Podcast.
- 1:49 PMYahoo Sports — Giannis Antetokounmpo hopes to return to Milwaukee someday, 'if they would have me'
- 4:47 PMYahoo Sports — Giannis says he hopes to return to Milwaukee someday, after Heat
"Giannis Antetokounmpo acknowledged the need of this new chapter with the Heat but also mentioned the possibility of returning to Milwaukee someday.
"Appearing on a Greek-language podcast, Giannis Antetokounmpo reaffirmed his love for Milwaukee and said the fan reaction to his trade warmed him.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 1:49 PMGiannis Antetokounmpo hopes to return to Milwaukee someday, 'if they would have me'
Giannis Antetokounmpo acknowledged the need of this new chapter with the Heat but also mentioned the possibility of returning to Milwaukee someday.
- Yahoo SportsJul 23, 2026, 4:47 PMGiannis says he hopes to return to Milwaukee someday, after Heat
Appearing on a Greek-language podcast, Giannis Antetokounmpo reaffirmed his love for Milwaukee and said the fan reaction to his trade warmed him.
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