The NBA world is buzzing with speculation about Giannis Antetokounmpo's future, as his time with the Milwaukee Bucks seems to be nearing a pivotal moment. The possibility of a trade involving the two-time MVP has sent ripples across the league, with teams pausing their own trade plans to see if they might have a shot at acquiring him.
This interaction between the Greek Freak and Ant-Man at All-Star Weekend:
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Giannis Antetokounmpo: "We about to go viral again, man."
Anthony Edwards: "We always gonna go viral you get me and you together. We going viral."
(via @Timberwolves)pic.twitter.com/DFnmFXHKc1
As the trade deadline approached, the Minnesota Timberwolves emerged as a potential landing spot for Giannis. With Anthony Edwards leading the charge, the Timberwolves have been knocking on the door of the Western Conference Finals for the past two seasons but haven't quite made it through. Their pursuit of Antetokounmpo was aggressive, driven by the allure of pairing him with Edwards-a combination that had fans and analysts alike dreaming big.
However, the talks didn't come to fruition, as Milwaukee decided to hold onto Giannis for the remainder of the season, planning to reassess his future once the off-season arrives. Yet, the All-Star break added a new layer to the narrative, as Giannis and Edwards were caught on camera in a moment that only fueled the trade rumors further.
Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving last night 👀
— Ben Stinar (@BenStinar) February 18, 2019
(@jpizzy15 sent me the video) pic.twitter.com/xKXT8MPnwm
In a Timberwolves video, the two stars were seen chatting in the tunnel at the Intuit Dome, playfully acknowledging the viral potential of their interaction.
“We about to go viral again, man,” Giannis quipped.
Edwards responded with a grin, “We always gonna go viral you get me and you together. We going viral.”
Such interactions during the All-Star Game often spark speculation about future team-ups. It’s reminiscent of the 2019 All-Star Game when Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant were spotted in a private conversation, which later turned out to be about joining forces-a move they confirmed on Durant’s podcast, The ETCs.
While it remains unclear if Edwards and Giannis are having similar discussions, the possibility of them teaming up in the future is tantalizing for fans.
As the season continues, both the Bucks and the Timberwolves are set to return to action on Friday night. Minnesota will host Dallas at 7:30 PM, with ESPN covering the game, while the Bucks are headed to New Orleans for an 8 PM tip-off. Keep an eye on these games, as the storylines continue to unfold.