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The New York Knicks keep Karl-Anthony Towns and land Giannis Antetokounmpo in a new trade idea to create a superstar trio with Jalen Brunson.<\/p>\n
The New York Knicks<\/a> will have a chance to go after Giannis Antetokounmpo<\/a> this summer, and one trade package is apparently making the rounds. Knicks fans hope to make the NBA Finals this season in a loaded East battle with the Detroit Pistons<\/a>, Boston Celtics<\/a>, and Cleveland Cavaliers<\/a>. However, they will have a chance to add a former two-time MVP if they fall short of the goal and want to go \u201cbig fish\u201d hunting this summer.<\/p>\n Sports Illustrated revealed<\/a> the most realistic trade package for Giannis that New York can offer:<\/p>\n New York Receives: <\/p>\n PF: Giannis Antetokounmpo<\/p>\n SG: Andre Jackson<\/a> Jr.<\/p>\n Milwaukee Receives:<\/p>\n C: Karl-Anthony Towns<\/p>\n PG: Miles McBride<\/p>\n Draft Capital: 2026 first round pick (via WAS, top eight protected), 2027 second round pick, 2028 first round pick, 2030 first round pick, and 2032 first round pick<\/p>\n The Milwaukee Bucks<\/a> have expressed more signs that the time has finally come for Antetokounmpo to part ways with the franchise. A lackluster roster makes it hard to contend any time soon. Things are getting uglier between both sides after Giannis reported the franchise to the league for not clearing him to play the final games this season.<\/p>\n Why The Trade Could Realistically Happen<\/p>\n The biggest variable for this trade revolves around Giannis\u2019 desire to end up with the Knicks as his dream scenario after leaving Milwaukee. Last offseason featured Antetokounmpo naming New York as the only team that he\u2019d accept a trade to. The Bucks talked Giannis into staying and giving the team another chance after adding Myles Turner<\/a>.<\/p>\n However, this season has been a disaster, and Milwaukee\u2019s ownership has already confirmed they\u2019ll trade Antetokounmpo if he doesn\u2019t extend his contract. Giannis holds some power and could scare other teams away by refusing to extend anywhere else but his top destination of New York.<\/p>\n The Bucks could be forced to accept a weaker package than they desire if Antetokounmpo runs off other interested teams. Four first round draft picks could certainly entice Milwaukee. Karl-Anthony Towns<\/a> could be moved to another team for a young piece and more picks since he doesn\u2019t easily fit the rebuilding plan.<\/p>\n Why The Trade Could Not Happen<\/p>\n The negative side of this forecasted trade still sees Milwaukee having to settle for a lackluster package compared to what other teams would offer. Bucks\u2019 management losing most future draft picks in prior trades means they badly need to find young stars to build around once they lose Giannis.<\/p>\n Miles McBride<\/a> is considered a role player that would do little to help their immediate future. Milwaukee reportedly liked the Miami Heat<\/a>\u2019s offer during the trade deadline. Tyler Herro<\/a> and Kel\u2019el Ware<\/a> both present more potential for the Bucks to win games and develop talents with minimal draft picks of their own.<\/p>\n Antetokounmpo has reportedly viewed Miami as one of the only options outside of New York that he\u2019d welcome. Other teams will join the equation this summer after getting eliminated from the playoffs and seeing an MVP on the market. The Knicks only get Giannis if Antetokounmpo forces his way there and blocks better trades for Milwaukee.<\/p>\n \n\t\t\tJoey Haverford<\/a> Joey Haverford is a seasoned sports content writer with over 12 years of experience. He has covered the NBA, WNBA, MLB, NFL, and professional wrestling in the sports industry. 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