The NBA trade deadline is quickly closing in. February 5 at 3:00 p.m. ET will be here in the blink of an eye, but there’s one major situation still being closely monitored by the basketball world. Can the Golden State Warriors land Milwaukee Bucks PF Giannis Antetokounmpo?
Let’s take a fresh look at some Warriors trade rumors, zeroing in on Antetokounmpo. We’ll also weave in what Dubs PF Draymond Green thinks about that potential blockbuster if he’s involved.
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Warriors Trade Rumors: Updated Outlook on Potential Bucks Trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo
Sitting at 27-24 on the year, the Warriors desperately need to shake things up. That’s become increasingly obvious following SF Jimmy Butler’s season-ending ACL tear. With Antetokounmpo available, Golden State has frequently been tied to the nine-time All-Star.
In a February 4 episode of ESPN’s “First Take” program, Brian Windhorst alluded to Golden State having already offered its best package for Antetokounmpo.
Many believe the Dubs owe it to future Hall of Fame PG Stephen Curry to continue trying to field a premium product. The Butler acquisition of 2025 served as an example of that. Even at 37 years old, Curry is averaging 27.2 points per game on 46.8% shooting from the field and 39.1% from 3-point range. He remains elite, thus making it paramount to improve the team around him.
PrizePicks’ Riley Thomas recently put together a mock trade of Antetokounmpo to the Warriors. The scenario includes SGs Brandin Podziemski and Buddy Hield, as well as F Jonathan Kuminga and a multitude of first-round picks, heading to Milwaukee.
At 19-29, the Bucks don’t have much reason to hold onto Antetokounmpo unless they want to revisit trading him during the offseason. In 30 games played this year, the two-time MVP averages 28 points, 10 rebounds, and 5.6 assists on a career-best 64.5% shooting. Does Golden State have enough to land a top-three player in the sport?
Here are the latest Giannis Antetokounmpo odds for outcomes ahead of the NBA trade deadline, including payouts from PrizePicks Team Picks.
- Stays or Retires: 2.38x No | 1.49x Yes
- Minnesota Timberwolves: 1.06x No | 7.14x Yes
- Miami Heat: 1.11x No | 5.88x Yes
- Golden State Warriors: 1.06x No | 7.69x Yes
Team Picks data is live as of writing and is subject to change.
Draymond Green Comments on Possible Change of Scenery at NBA Trade Deadline
Of course, given the limitations of the NBA’s Collective Bargaining Agreement, successfully putting together a high-profile trade like this is easier said than done. Certain concessions must be made, both financially and elsewhere, regarding assets.
Per a Tuesday report from NBA correspondent Marc Stein, it’s been “confirmed” that the Warriors have made Green a featured piece in a potential offer to the Bucks. Green, a four-time All-Star and nine-time All-Defense team member, has played all 14 of his NBA seasons with the Warriors. With that in mind, his reported inclusion raised plenty of eyebrows.
This week, Green weighed in on maybe being moved for Antetokounmpo, saying, “If that’s what’s best for this organization, that’s what’s best for the organization.” He expanded on that sentiment in an expletive-filled, albeit grateful, rant about his time in Golden State.
In 42 games this season, Green is averaging 8.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, and 5.2 assists. His 26.6 minutes per night is his lowest since 2013, and his 41.3% field goal clip is the lowest it’s been since 2019.
A separate mock trade from Thomas included the same package of first-round picks, in addition to Kuminga and Podziemski. Green was also thrown in instead of Hield, however, as salary filler to make up a significant difference in money going out versus coming in.
Green isn’t tied to any PrizePicks Team Picks NBA trade deadline odds. Below are his most relevant payouts for season awards.
- Clutch Player of the Year: 4x Yes
- Defensive Player of the Year: 33.33x Yes
- Most Valuable Player: 33.33x Yes
Team Picks data is live as of writing and is subject to change.
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