"The New York Knicks' hopes of landing Giannis Antetokounmpo before the NBA's trade deadline on Thursday seem to be growing dimmer by the day. Stronger suitors are emerging from the pack of interested teams, specifically the Golden State Warriors, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Miami Heat all of whom can offer larger packages to the Milwaukee Bucks for the two-time MVP per SNY's Ian Begley."
"Multiple reports have tabbed New York as a more serious suitor for Antetokounmpo during the offseason, as team brass still appears content on giving this current group an opportunity to compete for a championship despite a concerning January. Things have stabilized since then, with six straight wins, but falling short this spring would likely prompt president Leon Rose to reevaluate the fringes of the Knicks' current core."
Knicks' chances of acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo before the trade deadline are weakening as teams with deeper trade assets — Golden State, Minnesota and Miami — can offer larger packages. New York controls two first-round picks in 2026 but only three additional firsts through 2032, likely insufficient to land a return including a star such as Karl-Anthony Towns. A three-team deal involving Portland could return the 2028–2030 picks Milwaukee previously sent to the Blazers and help Portland add veteran players. The Knicks remain willing to let the current core compete; the Bucks likely prefer waiting until the offseason to maximize return.
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