The Milwaukee Bucks faced another early exit from the NBA Playoffs this season, losing in the first round. Last year, their defeat by the Miami Heat led to the dismissal of head coach Mike Budenholzer and ongoing coaching turmoil. Now, with Doc Rivers at the helm, questions remain about the Bucks’ roster composition.

As usual, national media have begun speculating about trades involving Giannis Antetokounmpo. For years, analysts have urged the Bucks’ star to seek a trade or sign with a larger market team in free agency. Despite this, Giannis has consistently expressed his loyalty to Milwaukee, stating his desire to stay with the Bucks as long as they are committed to winning.

**Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Stellar 2023-24 Season with the Milwaukee Bucks**

Giannis has backed up his words with actions. Following the Bucks’ acquisition of Damian Lillard from the Portland Trail Blazers, he signed another supermax extension, keeping him with the team through the 2027-28 season. Giannis had a remarkable season, averaging 30.4 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 6.5 assists per game. Notably, he became the first player in NBA history to average 30 or more points per game with a true shooting percentage (TS%) of 64% or higher.

**NBA Analyst Criticizes Trade Rumors and Emphasizes the Need to Retain Giannis**

Giannis Antetokounmpo officially on Knicks' trade radar after bold comments

Despite his commitment, trade rumors persist. NBA analyst Tyler Conway argued in a Bleacher Report article that it would be “borderline malpractice” for the Bucks not to continue with Giannis and Lillard, adjusting their supporting cast as necessary. Conway believes it’s unrealistic for other teams to expect Giannis to be available for trade soon, predicting that Bucks fans need not worry about him seeking a move until at least the summer of 2025.

Conway also noted that the Bucks haven’t had a chance to play their fully healthy roster under Rivers, with Giannis, Lillard, and Khris Middleton only playing six games together. He suggests that Giannis might consider a change of scenery in 2025, but only if the Bucks abandon their championship ambitions—a scenario he deems unlikely given the resources invested in the team.

In conclusion, national analysts should accept that Giannis is committed to Milwaukee for the foreseeable future.