Par Mathieu Seguin | Rédacteur sport
We already know that the Spurs have an interest in Giannis Antetokounmpo, but it’s impossible to know how this soap opera will unfold. However, if the star asks to leave, it’s not certain that the Texans will win the bid.
The draft is coming up fast, and we still don’t know if Giannis Antetokounmpo will be traded by June 25. He’s supposed to have been meeting his managers for a few weeks now, but no information has leaked to insiders. Shams Charania simply explained that the player was still in the midst of reflection.
This means that anything can still happen during the month of June. It’s entirely possible that Giannis will finally decide to stay with the Bucks, despite the franchise’s slim chances of winning anything. And if he does ask to leave, many teams will be at the door, ready to make an irresistible offer.
Which franchise for Giannis?
Because yes, knowing that Giannis is one of the best players in the NBA and right in his prime, it’s obvious that the consideration to be sent will be insane. Spurs, Knicks, Rockets and even Raptors seem to have the assets to talk with Milwaukee, but it’s impossible to know who has the edge. At least on the surface.
In San Antonio, many fans are hoping that the Spurs will make a move. But according to DKSports, the Raptors have the upper hand. They could be very aggressive to get Giannis, with the desire to do the same thing they did with Kawhi Leonard a few years ago. A surprise is therefore possible.
@esidery : “The Raptors are now the betting favorites to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, if he requests a trade from the Bucks, per @DKSportsbook: Toronto: +500 Spurs: +600 Knicks: +600 Rockets: +1000.”
Only logical teams for Giannis here, but it’s impossible to know who will win the talks… if the player asks to leave. For now, all the franchises are hoping for good news, but it’s also possible that he’ll decide to extend his adventure in Milwaukee after all. It’s still far from over.