Superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo's play this season is worthy of a third MVP trophy — but All-Star running mate Damian Lillard seems likely to stop that.

Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo was just as stunned as everyone else when he heard KEvin Durant was traded to the Rockets.

Oct 20, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0) greets forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Fiserv Forum.

Without Lillard, the Bucks don’t have that, and the former MVP could request a trade this offseason. If Antetokounmpo does want out, then the Bucks will demand a king’s ransom for his services.

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Jan 14, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts with guard Damian Lillard (0) after scoring a basket in the second quarter against the Sacramento ...

Giannis Antetokounmpo believes Damian Lillard will recover quickly. “It’s tough being in that position, but he’s one of the strongest, most mentally tough players I’ve ever been around ...

Superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo's play this season is worthy of a third MVP trophy — but All-Star running mate Damian Lillard seems likely to stop that.