Overview
- ESPN’s Brian Windhorst says Golden State is best positioned to complete a pre‑deadline deal because it can make a two‑team trade and has multiple first‑round picks to offer.
- Several insiders expect Milwaukee to let talks extend past Feb. 5 to maximize offers, with Giannis Antetokounmpo currently sidelined by a calf strain and his contract timeline in play.
- Rival teams describe the Bucks’ price as extremely high, seeking a blue‑chip young player plus multiple first‑round picks and potential swaps.
- The Warriors’ pitch centers on up to four future firsts and young talent such as Jonathan Kuminga, whereas most other contenders would need multi‑team frameworks to match Milwaukee’s demands.
- Miami, New York, the Lakers and the Nets are monitoring the situation, but asset limitations and timing considerations make stronger bids more likely in the offseason.