With the 2025-26 NBA season approaching, ESPN’s Brian Windhorst reignited trade speculation surrounding Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo following comments on the latest episode of The Hoop Collective.

“I’ve seen people say this but I’m going to tell you that the Bucks, if they have to trade Giannis, are probably going to make a player trade,” Windhorst said.

The remark immediately drew reaction across the league, raising questions about Milwaukee’s long-term outlook if its two-time MVP were to become available. Fellow ESPN insider Tim MacMahon disagreed with Windhorst’s assertion, suggesting that the Bucks’ return could instead focus on draft capital .

“Here’s what I’m going to say to that… Maybe the Bucks will make a player trade or maybe the Bucks will get offered 12 dr

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