It’s time to dismantle the Bucks

David Thorpe on moving Giannis and a new era in Milwaukee

BY DAVID THORPE

Giannis Antetokounmpo has put the Bucks on notice. What might that mean for their future? David Thorpe has ideas. STACY REVERE/GETTY IMAGES

Giannis Antetokounmpo has used the media to put some heat on the Milwaukee Bucks front office to put together a killer team. In no uncertain terms, Giannis indicated to Tania Ganguli of The New York Times, should the Bucks stray from an all-in approach, the situation could sour in Cream City. 

When asked about a second supermax extension, Giannis made it clear that his future might not align with the Bucks’ vision: 

“There will never be hard feelings with the Milwaukee Bucks. [...] I believe that we’ve had 10 unbelievable years, and there’s no doubt I gave everything for the city of Milwaukee. Everything. Every single night, even when I’m hurt. I am a Milwaukee Buck. I bleed green. I know this.

“This is my team, and it’s going to forever be my team. I don’t forget people that were there for me and allowed me to be great and to showcase …