Lakers, Knicks Seen as Giannis Antetokounmpo Suitors If He Leaves Bucks

The days of Milwaukee Bucks not having to fret about the future of star Giannis Antetokounmpo appear to be over once again.

NBA insider Marc Stein reported Monday the Los Angeles Lakers and New York Knicks “are already being mentioned as franchises presumed to interest” the two-time MVP should he seek a new challenge.

Antetokounmpo is signed for the next two years and has a $51.9 million player option for 2025-26.

Looking at the situation from the outside, the threat of the 28-year-old leaving Milwaukee could be very real.

The Bucks’ first-round exit at the hands of the Miami Heat was a potential warning sign when it comes to their quest for another NBA title. The roster is aging—Jrue Holiday, Brook Lopez and Khris Middleton are all in their 30s—and the new collective bargaining agreement makes it almost impossible to reshuffle the roster without…