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Lakers eye potential involvement in Giannis Antetokounmpo trade deal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 4:54 AM

Last updated Jun 23, 2026

Lakers eye potential involvement in Giannis Antetokounmpo trade deal
Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are optimistic as the Milwaukee Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. The Bucks receive Tyler Herro and multiple draft picks in exchange. Although this deal is confirmed for execution on July 6, potential for more teams to be included remains. The Lakers are considering avenues to enhance their roster, including options to acquire significant frontcourt help. Their willingness to engage in this evolving situation could impact their offseason approach.

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  • •Bucks trade Antetokounmpo and Portis to Heat for multiple players and picks.
  • •Deal set for execution on July 6, leaving room for expansion.
  • •Lakers may pursue options to improve their frontcourt this offseason.
  • •Deal includes unprotected first-rounders in 2031 and 2033.
  • •Rumors suggest Lakers might engage in a multi-team trade.
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  • 4:54 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers get encouraging Giannis Antetokounmpo multi-team trade news after Heat deal
What they're saying
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The Los Angeles Lakers should feel optimistic heading into the next leg of the offseason.

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