Giannis Antetokounmpo trade anticipated before NBA Draft as Miami leads
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 4:58 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Giannis Antetokounmpo's trade situation remains in focus as the June 23 NBA Draft approaches. Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam indicated a decision is sought before the draft, while Miami Heat continue to be viewed as the frontrunner for Antetokounmpo's services. Reports suggest that Miami could offer a package including All-Star Tyler Hero and first-round picks. Portland is also interested but may serve as a third team in any potential deal. Meanwhile, LeBron James' future with the Lakers is uncertain, though reports indicate he is likely to remain with the team, with the Golden State Warriors expressing interest in bringing him aboard.
- •Giannis Antetokounmpo trade expected before June 23 NBA Draft.
- •Miami Heat remains the frontrunner for Antetokounmpo.
- •Potential trade package includes Tyler Hero and draft picks.
- •Portland Trail Blazers interested but likely a third team in negotiations.
- •LeBron James likely to stay with Los Angeles Lakers amid Warriors interest.
- 5:16 PMYahoo Sports — Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumor details hold up for Heat-Bucks deal
- 4:47 PMCBS NBA — Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors: What a Bucks-Heat deal could look like; Celtics, Timberwolves looming?
- 4:47 PMYahoo Sports — Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors: Celtics may be open to deal, Bucks trying to get final offers
- 4:58 PMYahoo Sports — Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors: Deal expected by draft, Miami still frontrunner, plus LeBron to Bay Area?
"The Miami Heat reportedly remain the frontrunner to acquire Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, which has been the case for months now. So, that begs the question: why hasn’t a deal gotten done yet? Well, according to Sam Amick and…
"Not much has changed on the Antetokounmpo trade front, but the Bucks are being patient to see what evolves.
"Miami is still the frontrunner, but Milwaukee is trying to find out what other teams are serious.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 5:16 PMGiannis Antetokounmpo trade rumor details hold up for Heat-Bucks deal
The Miami Heat reportedly remain the frontrunner to acquire Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, which has been the case for months now. So, that begs the question: why hasn’t a deal gotten done yet? Well, according to Sam Amick and…
- CBS NBAJun 12, 2026, 4:47 PMGiannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors: What a Bucks-Heat deal could look like; Celtics, Timberwolves looming?
Milwaukee would prefer to settle the future of Antetokounmpo before the NBA Draft
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 4:47 PMGiannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors: Celtics may be open to deal, Bucks trying to get final offers
Miami is still the frontrunner, but Milwaukee is trying to find out what other teams are serious.
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 4:58 PMGiannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors: Deal expected by draft, Miami still frontrunner, plus LeBron to Bay Area?
Not much has changed on the Antetokounmpo trade front, but the Bucks are being patient to see what evolves.
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