NBA rumors: Giannis Antetokounmpo views Heat, Celtics as most intriguing trade destinations

With the NBA offseason approaching, it’s pretty much a mere formality at this point for the Milwaukee Bucks to move franchise star Giannis Antetokounmpo in a potential trade. While there is sure to be no shortage of suitors, the Boston Celtics and the Miami Heat have reportedly emerged as the two teams that currently pique Antetokounmpo’s interest, as per longtime NBA insider Marc Stein.

Stein reports that the Heat have long been a potential suitor for the Bucks star, and that while Giannis Antetokounmpo might have legitimate interest in the Celtics, it’s not clear what level of interest the Celtics have in return.

Boston was one of the teams that reportedly reached out to the Bucks at the trade deadline regarding Antetokounmpo, but nothing materialized. A potential deal would almost assuredly mean the Celtics would have to part ways with Jaylen Brown, who is up for a contract extension this offseason.

As far as the Heat, a potential package would likely include Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Tyler Herro and some combination of draft picks.

Another factor that could play a role in where Antetokounmpo is traded is the fact that he reportedly wants to remain in the Eastern Conference, Stein reports. It’s viewed as the path of least resistance in terms of getting back to the NBA Finals as opposed to having to go through the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs.

Despite injury issues this past season, the former No. 15 overall pick was still an elite-level player. He averaged 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds and 5.4 assists with splits of 62.4 percent shooting from the field, 33.3 percent shooting from the 3-point line and 65 percent shooting from the free-throw line.

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