Overview
- Agents and rival executives describe current proposals for Giannis Antetokounmpo as underwhelming, with many expecting the saga to extend past the Feb. 5 deadline.
- Reporting indicates Golden State has made a pick-heavy offer, views only Stephen Curry as untouchable, and could include Draymond Green, with the Bucks intrigued by the Warriors’ future assets.
- Shams Charania says Milwaukee has engaged the Warriors, Timberwolves and Heat, with Minnesota’s pitch framed around players and Golden State’s around draft capital.
- The Clippers are shopping James Harden and he wants an extension if moved, as the Cavaliers hold advanced talks on a Darius Garland swap and have also inquired on Antetokounmpo and Anthony Davis despite second-apron hurdles.
- New York is exploring smaller additions such as Saddiq Bey, and ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne mentioned Charlotte as a team that has been heard in Giannis discussions.