Kendrick Perkins makes a bold prediction for Giannis Antetokounmpo
It feels like yes Milwaukee Bucks they are walking a tightrope these days as they continue to fight their campaign while also trying manage a situation involving Giannis Antetokounmpo.
With the trade deadline right around the corner, The Bucks must be feeling the pressure about what to do with Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP has repeatedly said he wants to focus on the season instead of outside noise.
For ESPN Kendrick Perkins, it all depends Bucks game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday.
“I think about the comments after the last game from Giannis, and I think if they get smoked tonight, I think this could end the relationship,” Perkins said.
“I look forward to seeing how the Bucks and Giannis respond.”
“I think about the comments after the last game from Giannis, and I think about it – if they smoke tonight, I think this could end the relationship.
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The Bucks beat the Atlanta Hawks 112-110 on Monday. Antetokounmpo recorded 21 points, 17 rebounds and six assists in 30 minutes.
After the game, the 31-year-old striker said he was taking the season “day by day”. When asked about the trade talk, he just repeated it what was he saying in the last few months.
“I can’t control that, I can’t control what the other teams are doing. I’m just trying to focus on my job, which is to compete and try to win,” Antetokounmpo said in a report by Aris Barkas of EuroHoops.
Last month, Antetokounmpo and the front office sat down to discuss the future, but nothing concrete was revealed to the public.
Meanwhile, the 10-time All-Star will try to lead the Bucks past the Thunder, who still lead the NBA at 38-6.
2026-01-22 02:17:00
