Giannis Antetokounmpo trade: Clippers planning to pursue Bucks' main man

Right before Milwaukee Bucks were eliminated from NBA playoffs, multiple reports focused on a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, especially to Miami Heat. However, or teams like Golden State Warriors, Toronto Raptors and LA Clippers have also been linked with reigning NBA MVP. According to a recent report by Ringer's Kevin O’Conr, Clippers will also be expected to throw ir hat in ring for a possible Giannis Antetokounmpo trade, even though his first choice remains staying with Bucks.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo trade: Will Clippers pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo?

After Bucks' loss to Heat during Eastern Conference semi-finals, Giannis asserted that he is t yet moving on from Wisconsin-based team. However, O'Conner's article focuses on fact that Clippers could plan and pursue him next year. As per ir sources, Giannis admires Clippers head coach Doc Rivers. However, re was or confirmation for Giannis' side. Like entire 2019-20 season, Heat, Warriors, Raptors and Dallas Mavericks were once again listed as or teams wanting to acquire Greek Freak. 

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NBA trade rumours: Giannis contract up for supermax extension

rumours have gained momentum this season as 25-year-old star will enter final season of his contract with Bucks. O'Conner's report also doesn't specify if Clippers will want a trade or pursue him during free ncy. While Montrezl Harrell could be traded, he could also sign a better deal with Clippers or some or team next year. Giannis is currently signed to a $245 million five-year contract and will be eligible for a supermax contract after this season. If Clippers do plan to sign Giannis, y might have to let eir of Kawhi Leonard or Paul George go. 

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Giannis to Bucks: Bucks star dismisses NBA trade rumours

Ever since Bucks failed to reach NBA Finals last year, reports have hinted at Giannis leaving Milwaukee to pursue an NBA title. However, during a recent interview with Yahoo! Sports, 2020 Defensive Player of Year addressed those rumours once and for all. "It’s t happening. That’s t happening,” Antetokounmpo told Yahoo! Sports when asked about leaving Milwaukee. He spoke about NBA title that keeps escaping his grasp, saying that "if winning a championship was easy, everyone would have one." According to Giannis, though loss was disappointing, y have to move on. 

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