With reports suggesting Giannis Antetokounmpo is considering options beyond Milwaukee, speculation about the Greek superstar’s next destination has ignited the NBA offseason rumor mill.
While many analysts point to San Antonio Spurs as the perfect landing spot—given their young roster and tradable assets—Kevin Garnett has a different perspective.
The Hall of Famer believes the Dallas Mavericks would be a far superior destination for the two-time MVP.
‘That energy is going to be woo‘ – Garnett envisions Giannis thriving in Dallas
Garnett’s enthusiasm for a potential Giannis-to-Dallas scenario stems from the Mavericks’ team culture and the presence of hard-nosed players like PJ Washington.
“Giannis with PJ Washington and the dogs they got there, I would love that. He fits their pedigree too,” Garnett explained on his podcast.
The former NBA champion emphasized the stark contrast between Giannis’ current home and Dallas: “Dallas is totally different from god damn Milwaukee, that energy is going to be ‘woo’.
“Listen, I would have them winning the West, I’d have Dallas winning the West.”
Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty ImagesThe Mavericks’ win-now roster trumps the Spurs’ developmental timeline
Garnett’s podcast co-host and fellow Celtics legend Paul Pierce echoed this sentiment, highlighting the Mavericks’ readiness to contend immediately compared to the young Spurs.
“I think Dallas is more ready to win now than San Antonio, they are more ready to win now,” Pierce stated, underscoring the competitive advantage Dallas would offer Giannis.
Championship window vs. future flexibility: The unavoidable tradeoff
Any potential deal would involve significant sacrifice for the Mavericks. Acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo would likely require sending valuable first-round draft picks to Milwaukee, potentially including the rights to future lottery selections.
This would represent a dramatic ‘win-now‘ approach for Dallas, essentially foregoing the possibility of landing projected superstar Cooper Flagg in favor of immediate championship contention.
For Giannis, however, the move could provide exactly what he’s seeking—a ready-made contender with established stars and the supporting cast necessary to compete for championships, provided the team can maintain good health throughout the season.
As the offseason approaches, this Garnett-endorsed scenario adds another fascinating layer to the ongoing Giannis sweepstakes.