"The conversation will be simple: Where does [Giannis] …
Rival executives believe that Antetokounmpo's desired teams will be the largest factor in his trade destination. He is essentially on an expiring contract with next season guaranteed in his deal before a player option in 2027, providing him leverage to navigate to a specific team based on whether he would agree to stay long term given the players and picks needed to acquire him. He becomes eligible for a four-year, $275 million contract extension Oct.
1 if he is not traded, or six months after being traded with a new team. "The conversation will be simple: Where does [Giannis] want to be moved and where will he sign long term? " one source with direct involvement in the situation told ESPN .
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