For the first time in his career, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is at the center of trade discussions regarding his future. As Bucks fans anxiously await his next move, Giannis is currently enjoying some downtime in Brazil.
Recently, Giannis traveled to Rio de Janeiro to inaugurate a basketball court named in his honor. A crowd of fans gathered for the event. Expectations were high for a memorable appearance from the Bucks’ star.
However, during an attempt to make a basket, Giannis slipped due to the court’s condition. Thankfully, the fall was not severe. The Greek Freak avoided a serious injury scare. He was soon seen back on his feet, walking without any signs of discomfort.
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Giannis is coming off a disappointing season, where the Bucks were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs for the third consecutive year. Despite the team’s struggles, Giannis delivered another stellar individual performance. He finished the season averaging 30.4 points, 11.9 rebounds, and 6.5 assists per game.
Chris Mannix Cautions Celtics Against Pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo
Following the Bucks’ early playoff exit, speculation has grown that Giannis Antetokounmpo may request a trade. Multiple teams have already been linked to the two-time MVP. However, during a recent appearance on NBC Sports Boston, NBA insider Chris Mannix issued a strong warning to the Celtics regarding any move for Antetokounmpo.
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“You don’t trade for Giannis, or you don’t even try to trade for Giannis when you don’t know the health status of Jayson Tatum. Because even though right now the Bucks can deal with every team in the league because Giannis has two fully guaranteed years left on his contract, you’ve got a bit of a window there,” Mannix said.
Antetokounmpo’s potential departure remains one of the most discussed topics of the offseason. Let’s see what’s next for the Bucks star.
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