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Milwaukee Bucks seek Giannis Antetokounmpo decision before NBA Draft

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 7:23 PM

Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Milwaukee Bucks seek Giannis Antetokounmpo decision before NBA Draft

Summary

The Milwaukee Bucks are actively pursuing clarity on Giannis Antetokounmpo's future ahead of the June 23 NBA Draft. Despite expectations for a quick resolution regarding potentially trading the star, early trade interest has been underwhelming. The Bucks are reportedly open to serious offers, while a significant contract extension remains on the table for Antetokounmpo. Conflicts among potential trade partners about parting with key players, like Evan Mobley, complicate the situation further. As the draft date approaches, the Bucks face increasing pressure to finalize their strategy regarding Antetokounmpo.

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Market Watch

•Bucks want clarity on Antetokounmpo's future by June 23.
•Trade interest from other teams has been low.
•A four-year, $275 million contract extension is pending.
•Cleveland's reluctance to trade Mobley adds obstacles.
•Milwaukee is ready to listen to serious offers.

Latest Updates

7:23 PMYahoo Sports — Bucks pushing for decision on Giannis future before 2026 NBA Draft as trade interest cools

What they're saying

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The Milwaukee Bucks are feeling market pressureGiannis Antetokounmpo is expected to be the first major move of the NBA offseason, and Milwaukee is hoping to make it happen quickly. However, early indications suggest that teams aren’t lining up as expected.
— Yahoo Sports

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