Giannis Dominates, Bucks 2-0; Toe Sprain

Giannis Antetokounmpo had a historic start to the 2025–26 season, scoring 37 points with 14 rebounds and five assists in the opener and following with a 31-point, 20-rebound, seven-assist outing as the Milwaukee Bucks opened 2-0. Milwaukee faces a daunting early stretch that includes Cleveland, New York and Golden State, and pundits warn sustained success will be needed to quiet trade speculation. Giannis is listed as probable with a sprained left big toe after earlier lower‑back soreness, while Kevin Porter Jr. is out with a left ankle sprain. Former Buck Khris Middleton returned to Milwaukee, received standing ovations and a tribute at Fiserv Forum, and scored 23 in Washington’s win. Media attention has intensified—Fox Sports commentator Colin Cowherd publicly floated a blockbuster trade idea involving Giannis—though Giannis has downplayed trade chatter, stressing confidence in the roster.