Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with Milwaukee Bucks remains uncertain

Giannis Antetokounmpo ’s status with the Milwaukee Bucks remains uncertain as the NBA’s regular season is concluding. Bucks co-owner and governor Wes Edens told ESPN that the Bucks likely will execute one of just two outcomes regarding Antetokounmpo this offseason: the team will sign another extension or he will be traded. The star is eligible for a contract extension on Oct.

1. The statement hints at the Bucks' intentions not to allow Antetokounmpo to play out the final year of his contract for the 2026-27 season and opt for free agency. The former two-time MVP is expected to make $58.

4 million next season and has a player option in 2027-28 that would pay him $62. 8 million. The team tried to make additions to the roster, acquiring center Myles Turner before the trade deadline, in an attempt to produce a winner, but the team continued to be plagued by injuries this season.

While Antetokounmpo claims to be ready for a return, the team doesn’t have the same urgency to have him return to the court. The Bucks have a 28-41 record as of March 20 and have lost back-to-back games. The franchise has not missed the playoffs since the 2015-16 season.