As the NBA offseason rolls along, one major storyline is Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with the Milwaukee Bucks. Following some choice statements from the former MVP, one analyst gave his thoughts on how the franchise should feel moving forward.
In light of another first-round playoff exit, there has been endless speculation about Giannis moving on from the Bucks. He is eager to contend for another championship, and Milwaukee has minimal avenues to getting better. The front office was able to make some upgrades in free agency, but it came at the cost of moving on from Damian Lillard.
Earlier this week, Giannis made an appearance on IShowSpeed's stream. When asked about staying in Milwaukee, the superstar forward responded with "probably" and stated that he still has a close bond with the city.
While on First Take Thursday, David Dennis touched on Giannis' latest comments regarding his future. Though his remarks weren't emphatic, he feels the Bucks should still feel good about retaining their homegrown star.
"If I'm Milwaukee I am clinging on to the probably so," Dennis said. "I am clinging on to this notion that Giannis is coming back because that's all I have."
"If I am Milwaukee, I am clinging on to the 'probably so.'"
— First Take (@FirstTake) July 10, 2025
—@DavidDTSS on Giannis saying he's "probably" staying in Milwaukee 👀 pic.twitter.com/wvu7M8NgAb
Throughout this whole ordeal, the Bucks have made their stance clear. They have no intentions of parting with Giannis, and will only do so if he requests a trade. Until then, the franchise will work to put a competent roster around the two-time MVP.
Now led by a big three of Giannis, Kyle Kuzma, and Myles Turner, only time will tell if it will be enough to keep him around for another year. As of now, it looks like the Bucks don't have much to worry about. That said, we've seen things change in the blink of an eye in the NBA.