Giannis Antetokounmpo likely to be traded to Boston Celtics
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 2:43 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
Reports indicate Giannis Antetokounmpo is on track to leave the Milwaukee Bucks before the 2026 NBA Draft. Chris Haynes states the Boston Celtics are the frontrunners to acquire him, shifting away from earlier expectations that he might join the Miami Heat. The Celtics are considered serious contenders, and an official trade announcement could come soon, potentially by the end of the day. Speculation around Antetokounmpo's future has intensified, with various teams expressing interest but the Celtics emerging as the favorites.
- •Giannis Antetokounmpo expected to leave Milwaukee Bucks.
- •Boston Celtics seen as frontrunners for trade acquisition.
- •Negotiations may conclude before the 2026 NBA Draft.
- •Miami Heat were previously favorites to land Antetokounmpo.
- •Chris Haynes provides insight on trade developments.
- 2:43 AMYahoo Sports — Giannis Antetokounmpo is most likely headed to Boston in much-anticipated trade
"Giannis Antetokounmpo might not be headed to the Miami Heat after all.
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