After the Milwaukee Bucks were eliminated in the first round by the Indiana Pacers in the 2025 NBA Playoffs, trade rumors began to surface. Most of the trade talk involves Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo. Many believe he will request a trade after being ousted in the opening round of the postseason for a third year in a row.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is interested in teaming up with another elite-level star, which can help ease the pressure he faces every season.

For the first time in his career, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo appears to be open-minded about the possibility of a trade.