Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors: Insider Reveals Latest Update on Bucks Star's Potential Move

NBA insider Marc Stein believes the Bucks could trade Giannis Antetokounmpo this summer despite the team's stance against a deal.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 9:39pm

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An NBA insider has revealed the latest update on the trade rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo. While the Milwaukee Bucks have consistently insisted they have no plans to trade their franchise star, Marc Stein reported that teams are still trying to convince the Bucks to trade Antetokounmpo before the deadline. However, Stein believes the likelihood of that happening is low, and that the Bucks could trade Giannis sometime this summer instead.

Why it matters

Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the NBA's biggest superstars, and his potential departure from the Bucks would have major implications for the league. Teams like the Knicks, Warriors, Heat, and Hawks have all been linked to Antetokounmpo, and his addition would significantly boost their championship aspirations.

The details

According to Stein, some teams are trying to get the Bucks to trade Antetokounmpo before the February 5th deadline, but the Bucks are unlikely to do so. Stein believes Milwaukee could trade Giannis sometime this summer instead. Through 30 games this season, Antetokounmpo is averaging 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 5.6 assists while shooting 64.5% from the field.

  • The NBA trade deadline is on February 5, 2026.

The players

Giannis Antetokounmpo

A two-time NBA MVP who currently plays for the Milwaukee Bucks.

Marc Stein

An NBA insider who has provided the latest update on the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors.

Milwaukee Bucks

The NBA team that currently employs Giannis Antetokounmpo.

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What they’re saying

“Giannis' status is not dissuading teams. I'm still hearing rumbles that there are teams out there trying to get the Bucks to do this now. I still don't think the Bucks have long maintained a stance where they do not want to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo at all. If they eventually can see that they have to, I think it's something they want to do in the summertime.”

— Marc Stein, NBA Insider

What’s next

The NBA trade deadline is on February 5, 2026, so teams have until then to try and convince the Bucks to trade Giannis Antetokounmpo. If the Bucks do not trade him before the deadline, Stein believes they could trade him sometime this summer.

The takeaway

The potential trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo, one of the NBA's biggest stars, would have major implications for the league. While the Bucks have maintained they do not want to trade Giannis, rival teams are still trying to convince them to do so before the deadline, even if the likelihood of that happening is low.