The Golden State Warriors could make a bold move for Giannis Antetokounmpo in the offseason as they look to extend their dynasty.

It’s likely why one Milwaukee Bucks deal – an exchange of MarJon Beauchamp for Kevin Porter Jr. – garnered little attention on a basketball level. That is until about two weeks later, when Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo broadly grinned and hailed the acquisition of Porter.

Milwaukee also was playing a sixth straight game without two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, who will be out through the All-Star break with a left calf strain.

Since Butler made his Warriors debut Saturday after Golden State acquired him a week ago, the team has put together two strong wins, albeit against a struggling Chicago Bulls team and Milwaukee Bucks squad without Giannis Antetokounmpo due to injury.

A lthough fans like to use the nickname "Stephortless" to describe Stephen Curry's wonders, the 2024-25 season relays another word to illustrate the pains of a struggling team. De

Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks lays on the court against the Washington Wizards during the first half at Capital One Arena on Febru

The Milwaukee Bucks were without All-Stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard in their final game before the All-Star break against the Minnesota Timberwolves.