Latest Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors involves a surprising Western Conference team

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The Portland Trail Blazers could make a move for Milwaukee Bucks superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo this offseason.

Bill Oram of The Oregonian said that the Blazers could make a pitch for the two-time MVP if he is willing to sign an extension with Portland.

" The Blazers are prepared to make a pitch for Giannis Antetokounmpo as long as he is willing to sign an extension but are not likely to limit their options to Lillard’s former Milwaukee teammate."

The one-time NBA champion's contract currently runs through the 2026-27 season with a  with a $62.8 million player option for 2027-28.

There have been a ton of teams that have been mentioned to be in play for Antetokounmpo; however, the Blazers are not one of them. Portland may not be a hot destination, but they could be a contender if they continue to trend upward.

Giannis trade would be franchise-changing

The Blazers have built through the draft, and they have hit on many of their young players like Scoot Henderson, Donovan Clingan, Shaedon Sharpe and , to name a few. Those four are among the core of the current team and a reason why they clinched their first playoff berth since 2021.