If Giannis Antetokounmpo is looking to exit the Milwaukee Bucks, the Brooklyn Nets could help him land a great deal.
Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly looking at his options as his career with the Milwaukee Bucks has stalled.
A lot of teams have expressed interest in the former NBA champion. There are several landing spots that Giannis could consider.
One team that has been linked to a move for Antetokounmpo is the San Antonio Spurs. With a wealth of draft assets, including the second overall pick in this year’s draft, the Spurs are in a great position.
Plus, pairing Giannis with Victor Wembanyama could be a recipe for instant championship success. However, there is a major problem – the Spurs might be reluctant to part ways with a lot of assets that the Bucks might find desirable.
There is a solution – adding a third team to the trade. And it could be a side that had made landing Antetokounmpo a priority just a few months ago.
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Nets act as facilitators for Giannis Antetokounmpo tradeSan Antonio Spurs receive: Giannis Antetokounmpo (MIL), Cameron Johnson (BKN), 2025 8th overall pick (BKN), 26th overall pick (BKN via NYK), 2026 first-round pick (Top 3 protected, BKN), 2028 second-round pick (BKN via ATL), 2031 first-round pick (BKN)Milwaukee Bucks receive: Devin Vassell (SAS), Keldon Johnson (SAS), 2025 19th overall pick (BKN via MIL), 2025 27th overall pick (BKN via HOU), 2025 36th overall pick (BKN), 2027 first-round pick (Top 8 protected, BKN via PHI), 2027 first-round pick (BKN, HOU swap right), 2028 second-round pick (BKN via MEM)Brooklyn Nets receive: Harrison Barnes (SAS), 2025 2nd overall pick, 2026 second-round pick (SAS via OKC, DAL, or PHI), 2029 first-round pick (SAS).
This deal would serve all masters. All three parties can walk away knowing that they got a strong haul for the assets they give up.
Three teams take next step in their plans
The Spurs would receive not just Giannis, but Cameron Johnson, a player whom they’ve had their eyes on for over a year.
Along with that, while they give up their second overall pick, they get the 8th pick and 26th pick in the same class, while receiving two first-round picks as compensation.
The Bucks get to begin their rebuild with two young stars and a host of draft picks, including their own pick. With two first-round picks in this class, and two from 2027, it sets them up for a strong rebuild.
While the Nets get their hands on the coveted second overall pick to land Dylan Harper, a prospect they’ve had their eye on. Along with this, they secure their 2026 first-round pick with a top-3 protection.
It’s a deal all three sides can feel comfortable knowing that they walk away better from, even if what they’re giving up might seem like a lot.