The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade war is heating up, with the Golden State Warriors emerging as a top contender to land the superstar. The Bucks' star player has made it clear he's looking to leave, and insiders believe a deal is imminent.
While the offseason is likely when the real negotiations will take place, there's still a chance a blockbuster move could happen before the February deadline. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, multiple franchises, including the Warriors, are assembling packages in anticipation of making a serious push for Antetokounmpo.
The Warriors' long-term interest in Antetokounmpo has been well-documented, but they've traditionally been hesitant to make big moves that would require trading away key players like Draymond Green. However, with the prospect of landing the Bucks' star, Golden State's brass are now open to considering a win-now approach.
Green's salary is a non-negotiable in any deal for Antetokounmpo, and the Warriors would likely need to add Kuminga and Podziemski, two young players they recently acquired from Utah, to sweeten the pot. The team would also have to part with their entire first-round draft asset stash, including four picks and three swaps across seven seasons.
For Golden State, a deal for Antetokounmpo makes sense as the dynasty's two-timeline strategy comes to an end. Pairing the superstar with Curry and Butler could potentially deliver a championship title. While it's still early days in the trade talks, one thing is clear: the Warriors are serious about making a splash this offseason.
While the offseason is likely when the real negotiations will take place, there's still a chance a blockbuster move could happen before the February deadline. According to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line, multiple franchises, including the Warriors, are assembling packages in anticipation of making a serious push for Antetokounmpo.
The Warriors' long-term interest in Antetokounmpo has been well-documented, but they've traditionally been hesitant to make big moves that would require trading away key players like Draymond Green. However, with the prospect of landing the Bucks' star, Golden State's brass are now open to considering a win-now approach.
Green's salary is a non-negotiable in any deal for Antetokounmpo, and the Warriors would likely need to add Kuminga and Podziemski, two young players they recently acquired from Utah, to sweeten the pot. The team would also have to part with their entire first-round draft asset stash, including four picks and three swaps across seven seasons.
For Golden State, a deal for Antetokounmpo makes sense as the dynasty's two-timeline strategy comes to an end. Pairing the superstar with Curry and Butler could potentially deliver a championship title. While it's still early days in the trade talks, one thing is clear: the Warriors are serious about making a splash this offseason.
. I mean, can't we just have one decent season without all the drama? The Warriors think they're going to be the ones making the big move and landing Giannis is just going to make them an instant contender... yeah right 
. I don't buy it. They've been saying that for years but nothing ever seems to happen. And now you're telling me they're open to giving up Draymond Green's salary? Are you kidding me?! 
That's like asking a player to give away their soul. Kuminga and Podziemski are cute additions, I guess, but it's not going to be enough to seal the deal. And what's with all these draft picks and swaps? Can't they just make a trade without involving so many assets?! 
Anyway, back to Giannis... I wonder if the Bucks are getting a good deal if they let him go. They're gonna miss that dude on defense, you know? 
But hey, if the Warriors want him bad enough, maybe it'll work out for them? I mean, Steph Curry is still playing like a wizard, right? 
. And yeah, adding Kuminga and Podziemski is gonna cost 'em too, but it's worth it to get that superstar on board. The 2-timeline strategy? Sounds sketchy to me, they should've thought of this before Curry started getting old 
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. antetokounmpo is too good to pass up on especially with curry and butler around 
. might be a tough trade but if it happens, it could pay off in the long run 
The way Golden State is approaching this trade talk I really think they're all in on making a move. And yeah, they'd need to make some tough decisions, like parting with Draymond's salary and a bunch of draft picks 
this is gonna be epic if the Warriors land Giannis! They gotta make some big moves to get that superstar, and I think it's worth it. Curry and Butler on the same team with Giannis would be unstoppable 
interesting that they're willing to part with so much in exchange for him though...
just thinkin bout how epic it'll be if warriors land giannis... they're really open to makin a big move now that curry and butler are gettin older & it's time 4 a new core 
. You gotta think about the long game here too 
. I'm all for a championship push, but let's not forget they're basically giving up their entire draft plan for this one player 
. Still, if anyone can make it happen, it's Steve Kerr and Co... fingers crossed 
but at the cost of giving up all those draft picks? that's a huge risk 
The Data Dumper here 
. Golden State's offer would need to be around $280M for the Bucks' star 
. The Warriors gettin' Antetokounmpo and suddenly they're all like "oh we wanna win now" 
. This is just another example of the system tryin' to control everythin' 
? I'm onto somethin', fam 
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and now that the Warriors are finally considering a win-now approach, it feels like they're going all in. I mean, who wouldn't want to give Kuminga and Podziemski as part of the package? 
