Miami Heat acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo in major trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 1:13 PM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
The Miami Heat have completed a significant trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo, acquiring him along with Bobby Portis from the Milwaukee Bucks. In exchange, the Bucks receive Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jacquez Jr., Kasparas Jakučionis, three first-round picks, one pick swap, and a future second-round pick. This trade reshapes both rosters, with Antetokounmpo and Bam Adebayo forming a formidable frontcourt. The Heat's projected starting lineup also includes Andrew Wiggins, Norman Powell, and Davion Mitchell. This move aims to bolster Miami's chances in the Eastern Conference as they look to claim another NBA title.
- •Miami Heat acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis from Bucks
- •Milwaukee Bucks receive multiple players and draft assets
- •Projected Heat lineup features Adebayo, Antetokounmpo, Wiggins, Powell, and Mitchell
- •Trade expected to strengthen Miami's championship bid
- •Heat's dynamics will change with the addition of a two-time MVP
- 1:13 PMYahoo Sports — Projecting the 2026 Miami Heat starting lineup after Giannis Antetokounmpo trade
"The Miami Heat have emerged victorious in the Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes. Pat Riley’s culture-based team will now enter 2026-27 with renewed energy and the belief that they can bring another NBA title to South Beach. Reaching the top of the…
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