Bucks to Teams Pursuing Giannis: Your Roster Problems Are Not Our Concern

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Bucks to Teams Pursuing Giannis: Your Roster Problems Are Not Our Concern

Milwaukee is holding firm on maximum value for Giannis two days before the draft, per Jim Owczarski. The Bucks want everything, players and picks, and are not concerned with how acquiring teams rebuild afterward. Giannis is owed $58.4 million next season with a $62.7 million player option in 2027-28 that he is expected to decline.

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