Knicks eye Giannis Antetokounmpo amid NBA Finals uncertainty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 5:30 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The New York Knicks, leading the NBA Finals 2-1 against the San Antonio Spurs, could pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo should they lose the series. The Bucks are reportedly assessing trade options for Antetokounmpo, potentially focusing on the Knicks if they falter. While Antetokounmpo has not confirmed interest in New York, he previously expressed confidence in the Knicks winning the title. Any discussions about a trade will hinge on the Finals outcome and Antetokounmpo's preferences moving forward.
- •Knicks hold a 2-1 lead in the NBA Finals against Spurs
- •Bucks are considering trade options for Giannis Antetokounmpo
- •Antetokounmpo expressed support for the Knicks winning the title
- •Trade discussions depend on Finals outcome and player preferences
- •A Knicks loss could pressure them to pursue Antetokounmpo
- 5:30 PMYahoo Sports — Could Knicks chase Giannis if NBA Finals slip away? Bucks reportedly waiting
"If the Knicks do wind up blowing the NBA Finals, their consolation prize might be Giannis.
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