The Boston Celtics and Miami Heat have emerged as the leading contenders to acquire Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, as trade discussions intensify ahead of June 22, 2026.
According to journalist Marc Stein, Miami's offer includes Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and the No. 13 draft pick.
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The Heat are prepared to add more draft capital and players to secure the elite forward.
Boston has countered with a package centered on 2024 Finals MVP Jaylen Brown, along with their No. 27 draft pick.
The Bucks are reportedly open to a direct trade without involving a third team, with interest in Spanish guard Hugo Gonzalez.
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Antetokounmpo averaged 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game last season, but his campaign ended early due to a left knee hyperextension on March 15 against the Indiana Pacers, sparking a public dispute with the organization.
Both teams are aggressively pursuing the two-time MVP, with the Heat described as "highly aggressive" and the Celtics having a "real shot" at a deal, per Stein.
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ESPN's Shams Charania noted Antetokounmpo is "open-minded" about his future.
