The Milwaukee Bucks are moving forward after trading franchise player Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat. Antetokounmpo is credited with leading Milwaukee back to contention and delivering the franchise its first championship in 50 years, following more than a decade as the team’s central figure. According to reporting that cites a person familiar with the deal speaking to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the agreement had not yet received required league approval, the Bucks agreed on the eve of Tuesday’s draft to send Antetokounmpo along with forward Bobby Portis to Miami.
In return, Milwaukee receives Tyler Herro, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kel’el Ware, and Kasparas Jakucionis. With the trade pending league approval, the Bucks now face the task of rebuilding their roster and adjusting their on-court structure without their long-time star. The reported deal shifts the franchise away from the player most associated with its recent resurgence and title run, while Miami adds Antetokounmpo as its new centerpiece.
