The Miami Heat have pulled off a major coup this offseason by securing Giannis Antetokounmpo, but it looks like the rest of the Antetokounmpo clan won't be joining him in South Beach. According to NBA insider Ramona Shelburne, only Giannis will be part of the Heat's roster next season.
Shelburne clarified on the Mason & Ireland Show that Miami isn't planning to bring in any of Giannis' brothers, despite the past trend of having Kostas and Thanasis on teams alongside him. This decision aligns with the strategic approach of Heat president Pat Riley, who likely communicated this to Giannis during the negotiation process. It’s a move that underscores the Heat's focus on maximizing their roster's competitive edge.
Giannis has been accustomed to having his brother Thanasis by his side during his time with the Milwaukee Bucks. Thanasis joined the Bucks in 2019, primarily as a supportive presence for Giannis rather than for his on-court contributions. Despite a significant Achilles injury in 2024, Thanasis made a comeback with the Bucks in 2025.
The Antetokounmpo family saga in the NBA also includes Alex, the youngest brother, who made his debut with the Bucks in March 2026. Alex had previously honed his skills with the Wisconsin Herd, the Bucks' G League affiliate, before stepping onto the NBA court. Although he didn't get the chance to play alongside Giannis due to an injury, Alex did share the court with Thanasis, marking a historic moment as the first trio of brothers on an active NBA roster.
Kostas Antetokounmpo, however, never joined the Bucks. His NBA journey took him through the Dallas Mavericks and the Los Angeles Lakers, where he was part of the 2020 championship team. Recently, Kostas became a free agent after parting ways with Greek club Olympiakos, but it seems Miami isn’t in his future plans either.
Thanasis and Alex may need to explore overseas opportunities to continue their basketball careers, given their limited impact in the NBA. Last season, Thanasis averaged 1.4 points and 0.9 rebounds per game, while Alex posted 3.2 points and 1.0 rebounds. These numbers, while respectable, may not be enough to secure them spots on NBA rosters if the Heat are passing on them.
In stark contrast, Giannis remains a powerhouse. Despite injuries limiting him to 36 games last season, he averaged an impressive 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game.
His talent was too enticing for the Heat to ignore, leading them to trade Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, and a slew of draft picks, including the No. 13 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, to acquire Giannis and Bobby Portis. This bold move positions the Heat as a formidable force in the upcoming season, with Giannis at the helm.
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