Giannis Antetokounmpo traded to Miami Heat
On June 23, 2026, it was announced that Giannis Antetokounmpo will be traded from the Milwaukee Bucks to the Miami Heat after 13 seasons in Milwaukee. The blockbuster deal also includes teammate Bobby Portis moving to Miami. In exchange, the Bucks will receive Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, three first-round draft picks (including the 13th overall), one pick swap, and one second-round draft pick. Due to first apron salary restrictions, the trade is expected to be finalized on July 6, 2026. Antetokounmpo currently has a salary of $58,456,566 for the upcoming season with a player option for 2027-28 valued at $62,786,682. Reports indicate that the Heat may also explore the possibility of signing free agent LeBron James, although his return is considered unlikely by some sources. The Bucks reportedly chose the Heat's offer over a competing package from the Boston Celtics involving Jaylen Brown.