Author name: Matt Hanifan

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Comparing the possible packages from Heat, Trail Blazers for Giannis Antetokounmpo

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We are three weeks away from the 2026 NBA Draft, where the Miami Heat own two picks: No. 13 and No. 41 overall. Most importantly, it marks the Milwaukee Bucks’ self-imposed deadline to trade two-time MVP and superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. At the time of this publishing, all indications point to that happening. Though it remains […]

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10 players Heat should target with $16.8M trade exception

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Whether the Miami Heat complete a blockbuster deal for Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Miami Heat do not have an outstanding amount of assets to work with. Regardless, two mechanisms that they can choose to use to acquire talent this summer include a pair of trade exceptions — worth $16.8 million and $5.6 million, respectively. The Heat

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NBA insider confirms this West playoff team has interest in Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Three summers ago, nearly two months after Damian Lillard requested a trade to the Miami Heat, the Milwaukee Bucks swooped in and acquired the 6-foot-2 guard away from the Portland Trail Blazers in an eight-player blockbuster. Now, the three teams are intermingled once again, this time for Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. While the Heat are

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3 players Heat should try to keep out of a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade

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Once again, the Miami Heat are expected to swing big for Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. All indications suggest that his fate with Milwaukee, where he’s called home for the last dozen-plus years, will be signed, sealed and delivered by the 2026 NBA Draft, which begins June 23. Conceptually, the Heat aren’t going to hold

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Hanifan: It’s time for Heat to take a break from star chasing altogether

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Can you believe that it’s already been nearly 16 years since LeBron James’ infamous The Decision? In July 2010, James quite literally altered the NBA, Miami Heat and his own career forever — all in one night. The buildup and announcement sent a euphoric shockwave around the globe, where many across South Florida roared while

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