Nine-time All-Star guard Damian Lillard, who was supposed to be the missing piece for Milwaukee when he arrived in a big trade prior to last season, tore his Achilles during the playoffs. Furthermore, the rest of the team's roster is aging, and it lacks the trade assets it needs to reload.

Every decision the Milwaukee Bucks have to make over the next few months has to be geared toward keeping Giannis Antetokounmpo happy. With Damian Lillard expected to be out for much of the 2025-26 season,

During an impromptu Q&A on social media, Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo shared his thoughts on Stephen Curry and Damian Lillard.

The Bucks' star is recovering from a torn Achilles tendon he suffered against the Pacers in the playoffs.

“New York,” Antetokounmpo replied. This comment has garnered attention amid ongoing trade rumors and an upcoming meeting with Bucks management to discuss his future with the team, as reported by NBA newsbreaker Chris Haynes. Antetokounmpo, of course, is fueling speculation that he’d request a trade, intentional or not.

The Bucks are keeping the fans updated with Lillard's recovery, and they recently shared a message about the point guard on X, formerly Twitter. The picture shows Lillard with the word "Unbreakable" above his head. At the bottom, the word "Optimistic" shows up, and it's obvious that how Lillard is feeling at the moment.

From food preferences to his personal heroes, the Milwaukee Bucks superstar didn’t hold back. But what truly stole the show was when he revealed his All-Time NBA Starting Five, a dream team of legends that reflect both his appreciation for skill and his deep respect for greatness.

Wherever the former two-time MVP decides to go, one thing is certain: the team that lands Giannis Antetokounmpo will be acquiring one of the greatest European talents in NBA history. But before that happens — if it happens — the Milwaukee Bucks have a tough decision to make.