We’re weeks into the offseason, and despite countless trades, the biggest question that still remains is about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee. It all started even before the season ended, after the Milwaukee Bucks crashed out in the first round of the playoffs. ESPN’s Shams Charania reported that the Greek Freak might be on his way out of Wisconsin. While it’s wise to listen to the Shams, this time, despite several signals, Giannis Antetokounmpo is yet to make a move. So, what’s the hold up for?
On the surface, things seem pretty simple; that’s because if anyone were in a similar position to Giannis, a superstar stuck in a team that is nowhere near title contention, they’d put in a trade request. However, you see, the two-time MVP is unlike most NBA stars. According to The Athletic’s Zach Harper, one thing that might be holding the 30-year-old from leaving Milwaukee is the fact that he wants to be universally liked. To put it simply, the Greek Freak doesn’t want the tag of bailing out getting attached to him.
Harper stated that this could be the only factor, in his opinion, that’s stopping Giannis from joining another franchise. “In my opinion (no reporting here), the biggest thing holding hope for Giannis staying in Milwaukee is that I don’t fully believe he’s willing to embrace the potential PR hit of bailing.” Harper wrote.
(This is a developing story)
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