Bucks President Reveals What’s Going On Behind the Scenes As Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Rumors Swirl

Persistent trade rumors surrounding Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with the Milwaukee Bucks, fueled by playoff disappointments, have been addressed by Bucks president Peter Feigin. During a telecast of the Bucks' NBA Summer League game against the Los Angeles Clippers, Feigin dismissed the speculation, stating that Giannis loves Milwaukee and the city reciprocates that affection, creating a stable environment.

Feigin elaborated that the organization internally laughs at the rumors, viewing the situation as "business as usual" for the past decade, with Giannis enjoying his summer and the team feeling confident about the upcoming season. This update directly contradicts ongoing speculation and provides reassurance about Giannis's commitment to the Bucks.

Feigin's comments align with an earlier report from ESPN's Brian Windhorst, who noted that Giannis did not apply any pressure on the Bucks' front office for a trade during the offseason. Windhorst emphasized that Giannis maintained his regular routine, including overseas activities, and highlighted the Bucks' limited assets for major moves, reinforcing that a departure was never likely.

While attention focused on Giannis, the Bucks' front office actively reshaped their roster for the 2025-26 season. Key offseason actions included waiving and stretching Damian Lillard to free up salary cap space, and signing Myles Turner to a four-year contract worth $108.8 million, aimed at strengthening the team for a deeper playoff run.