Miami Heat acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo in blockbuster trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 7:55 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Miami Heat have traded for two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Milwaukee Bucks, finalizing the deal pending league approval. Antetokounmpo, alongside Bobby Portis, heads to Miami, while Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware, and Kasparas Jakucionis go to Milwaukee. This marks a significant change for the Bucks, who have shifted their focus following a disappointing season and coaching changes. Antetokounmpo has expressed his desire for more championships, making the prospect of a contract extension with Miami likely. His successful track record and the alignment with the Heat’s championship aspirations could reshape both franchises in the coming years.
- •Antetokounmpo joins Miami Heat in a major trade from the Bucks.
- •Miami also acquires Bobby Portis in the deal.
- •Milwaukee receives multiple players and draft picks in return.
- •Antetokounmpo is expected to sign an extension with Miami this year.
- •The trade represents a shift in the Bucks' strategy following recent coaching changes.
- 7:55 AMYahoo Sports — Giannis takes his talents to South Beach in blockbuster move echoing LeBron era
"Giannis Antetokounmpo wants more championships. So do the Miami Heat
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