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Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to Miami Heat from Milwaukee Bucks

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Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to Miami Heat from Milwaukee Bucks
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Giannis Antetokounmpo has been traded to the Miami Heat from the Milwaukee Bucks, reshaping the Eastern Conference just before the NBA draft. Antetokounmpo's move comes after it became clear he would not extend his contract with Milwaukee. The Heat forfeited Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, and several draft picks, including the No. 13 pick. The team, under Pat Riley, aims for a title run, having reached the NBA Finals twice this decade. However, concerns about Antetokounmpo's health, following an injury-plagued season where he played only 36 games, linger as Miami assesses its roster for the upcoming season.

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  • •Giannis Antetokounmpo joins the Miami Heat in a trade.
  • •Heat trade Tyler Herro and multiple draft picks to acquire Antetokounmpo.
  • •Pat Riley focuses on immediate title contention for the Heat.
  • •Antetokounmpo averaged 27.6 points in 2022-23 but had injury issues.
  • •Eastern Conference competitors include Celtics, Cavaliers, and Knicks.
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The Eastern Conference picture just shifted. Giannis Antetokounmpo is headed to the Miami Heat in a trade with the Milwaukee Bucks

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