Milwaukee Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami Heat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 30, 2026, 6:29 AM
Last updated Jun 30, 2026
The Milwaukee Bucks traded Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat as part of a significant transaction ahead of the 2026 NBA Draft. Antetokounmpo, a two-time MVP, leaves after 13 seasons, culminating in a 32-50 finish for the Bucks, marking their first postseason absence since 2016. In return, Milwaukee acquired Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel'el Ware, and Kasparas Jakucionis, along with a notable selection of draft picks. The Bucks used the No. 13 pick on Nate Ament and also selected Brayden Burries at No. 10, indicating a direction towards rebuilding. The franchise is considering additional trades, with Kyle Kuzma and Myles Turner mentioned as candidates.
- •Bucks send Giannis Antetokounmpo to Miami Heat amid rebuilding efforts.
- •Milwaukee secures Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and multiple draft picks.
- •Bucks finished 32-50, missing playoffs for first time since 2016.
- •Nate Ament drafted at No. 13, Brayden Burries at No. 10.
- •Kyle Kuzma and Myles Turner could be next trade candidates.
- 6:29 AMYahoo Sports — Roundtable Roundup: Where the Bucks Stand After the Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade
"Milwaukee went 32-50 and missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016, but the return from the Giannis deal gives the franchise real pieces to build around.
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