Bobby Portis Says Giannis Antetokounmpo Plans Stay With Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Milwaukee Bucks to a championship in 2021, ending a 50-year drought, but the team has suffered three straight first-round playoff exits since then, fueling trade rumors about the star player. Despite speculation that Giannis may seek a trade to a big market such as Los Angeles, New York, or Miami, longtime teammate Bobby Portis remains confident that Giannis wants to remain with the Bucks and have a one-team career similar to Kobe Bryant, Tim Duncan, and Steph Curry. Portis, who has been with Milwaukee since 2020-2021 and played a key role in their championship, believes Giannis "bleeds green" and will likely stay unless he chooses to leave via his player option. The Bucks face challenges with injuries and limited assets for rebuilding, intensifying uncertainty about their future and Giannis's role. While Giannis has been reticent about discussing his future publicly, insiders suggest that teams like the Houston Rockets could also be potential destinations if a trade occurs. Overall, the situation remains fluid, with Portis expressing faith in Giannis's loyalty to Milwaukee despite the ongoing trade chatter.