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Thunder positioned to offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo from Bucks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 10:05 AM

Last updated Jun 1, 2026

Thunder positioned to offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo from Bucks

Summary

The Oklahoma City Thunder may consider pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo this summer if he becomes available. Despite speculation, no player is likely to leave the Miami Heat until the Milwaukee Bucks determine their position on Antetokounmpo. The Thunder's strong draft capital and roster depth place them in a favorable position to make an offer. Factors include Antetokounmpo's desire for championship contention and whether he would be willing to commit long-term to Oklahoma City. Discussions about the Heat's roster strategy continue, reflecting concerns over their ability to attract top talent.

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Key Details

•Thunder possess valuable draft picks and young talent.
•Giannis is set to hit free agency after the 2027 season.
•Speculation surrounds Heat's Plan B if Antetokounmpo deal fails.
•The Thunder recently reached the Western Conference finals.

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10:05 AMYahoo Sports — ASK IRA: Could Thunder emerge as a Heat threat for Giannis?

What they're saying

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Q: Ira, are the Thunder now going to jump in to grab Giannis Antetokounmpo from the Heat? – Sal. A: First, no one is grabbing anyone from the Heat, because at this point it’s all just speculation until the Bucks take a stance. And the Thunder hardly are in a position of desperation after a highly contested Western Conference finals against the Spurs. But, yes, with their trove of draft picks ...
— Yahoo Sports

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