Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo to Heat after favoring Miami's offer

Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo to Heat after favoring Miami's offer

The Milwaukee Bucks traded Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat in a multi-player, draft-pick deal, according to ESPN. Earlier, the Miami Herald reported that the Heat and the Boston Celtics were the leading contenders in trade talks for Antetokounmpo as the NBA draft approached. The New York Times later noted that the Bucks had weighed offers that included a potential deal with Boston before settling on Miami's proposal. Hoops Rumors indicated that the Bucks ultimately favored the Heat's offer, which featured a first-round draft pick.

Yahoo Sports and The New York Times detailed that the Heat sent Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr. , and additional future draft selections to Milwaukee. The Ringer analyzed the transaction, saying the Heat gave up several young players and picks to acquire a 32-year-old star under the current CBA.

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June 26, 2026
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Bucks favor Heat's offer in Giannis trade talks
Bucks favor Heat's offer in Giannis trade talks

Hoops Rumors • 26 Jun 20:57

Milwaukee evaluated proposals from Miami and Boston for Giannis Antetokounmpo, ultimately leaning toward the Heat's deal that includes a first-round pick.

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Miami Heat trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo raises questions about championship prospects
Miami Heat trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo raises questions about championship prospects

The Ringer • 26 Jun 13:38

The Heat acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis in a deal that cost them several young players and draft picks, prompting analysts to assess the viability of building a title contender around a 32-year-old star under the current CBA.

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June 23, 2026
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Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo to Heat in exchange for Herro, picks and prospects
Bucks trade Giannis Antetokounmpo to Heat in exchange for Herro, picks and prospects

The New York Times • 23 Jun 13:09

Milwaukee sent Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to Miami for Tyler Herro, several draft picks and young players, after weighing offers that included a potential deal with Boston.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to Miami Heat in multi-player, draft-pick deal
Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to Miami Heat in multi-player, draft-pick deal

Yahoo Sports • 23 Jun 05:14

The Milwaukee Bucks sent Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat in exchange for Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., a rookie guard and several future draft selections.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to Miami in blockbuster deal
Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to Miami in blockbuster deal

ESPN • 23 Jun 04:48

The Milwaukee Bucks sent Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis to the Miami Heat for Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, multiple draft picks and a pick swap.

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June 22, 2026
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Heat and Celtics vie for Giannis Antetokounmpo as NBA draft approaches
Heat and Celtics vie for Giannis Antetokounmpo as NBA draft approaches

Miami Herald • 22 Jun 14:10

Miami and Boston are the leading contenders in trade talks for Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of Tuesday's NBA draft, with both teams preparing offers involving draft picks and players.

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