Giannis Antetokounmpo Stunned Amid Bucks’ Free-Agency Moves

Milwaukee, a first-round playoff loser for three straight years, waived star guard Damian Lillard and signed former Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner.
Giannis Antetokounmpo Stunned Amid Bucks’ Free-Agency Moves
Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks during a playoff game against the Indiana Pacers in Indianapolis on April 29, 2025. Justin Casterline/Getty Images
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Milwaukee Bucks star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo had loads to process on July 1 when his team made multiple stunning moves during the second day of NBA free agency.

Antetokounmpo, a two-time MVP, has been the subject of trade speculation this offseason since his team hasn’t been winning at the level he would like. The Bucks fell in the first round of the NBA playoffs for a third straight year after winning a championship in 2021. Since free agency tipped off on Monday, the Bucks have been one of the busiest teams in the league.

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