Report: Miami Heat acquires Giannis Antetokounmpo in trade with Milwaukee Bucks
*** young Giannis Adebo back in February of 2013. The thing that makes me special in the game is that I’m an unselfish point guard. Months later, the skinny 18-year-old from Greece, drafted 15th overall by the Bucks. Soon after, he shot up another few. Inches and added *** few pounds. Fast forward 8 years. Giannis, great enough to be known by one name, led the Bucks back to an NBA championship. I want to thank Milwaukee for believing in me. You know, I trusted this team. I wanted to do it here in the city. I wanted to do it with these guys, so. I’m I’m happy, I’m happy that we were able to get it done. But that’s what I call star power and *** huge smile. The Greek freak seemingly came out of nowhere and became *** finals MVP and *** global superstar. I never thought ever when I’ll be 26, and I’ll be sitting in this chair with this right here and this right here. Man, it’s, it’s been, uh, we’ve come *** long way. Milwaukee’s beloved superhero who even fueled on fast food to celebrate *** historic win. How come Chick fil *** after winning the world championship? I was hungry, hungry, humble, and the face of the NBA and Milwaukee. But since that championship back in 2021, roster moves, injuries, and early playoff exits have plagued the now 31-year-old’s time with the Bucks, helping lead to his exit from Milwaukee. The only NBA town where the 10-time All-Star has ever played, Stephanie Sutton, 12 sports.
Report: Miami Heat acquires Giannis Antetokounmpo in trade with Milwaukee Bucks
Updated: 12:16 AM EDT Jun 23, 2026
Video above for sister station WISN: Giannis’ Legacy in MilwaukeeThe Miami Heat reportedly has gotten its next star player.According to a report by ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Miami Heat have agreed to a trade with the Milwaukee Bucks for the Heat to receive NBA champion and all-star Giannis Antetokounmpo along with Bobby Portis.The latest: Sports coverage from WPBF 25 NewsIn exchange, Miami sends Milwaukee Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, three first-round picks, including the No. 13 overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday.Get the latest sports updates with the WPBF 25 News app. You can download it here.Viewers in Palm Beach, Martin, Okeechobee, St. Lucie and Indian River counties can watch the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday, June 23 on WPBF 25 News, beginning at 8 p.m.Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to an NBA championship in 2021.This is a developing story and will be updated as information becomes available.
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Video above for sister station WISN: Giannis’ Legacy in Milwaukee
The Miami Heat reportedly has gotten its next star player.
According to a report by ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Miami Heat have agreed to a trade with the Milwaukee Bucks for the Heat to receive NBA champion and all-star Giannis Antetokounmpo along with Bobby Portis.
The latest: Sports coverage from WPBF 25 News
Getty ImagesPatrick McDermott
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – MARCH 04: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dribbles the ball against the Atlanta Hawks during the first quarter at Fiserv Forum on March 04, 2026 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)
In exchange, Miami sends Milwaukee Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, three first-round picks, including the No. 13 overall selection in the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday.
Get the latest sports updates with the WPBF 25 News app. You can download it here.
Viewers in Palm Beach, Martin, Okeechobee, St. Lucie and Indian River counties can watch the first round of the 2026 NBA Draft on Tuesday, June 23 on WPBF 25 News, beginning at 8 p.m.
Getty ImagesJustin Casterline
MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN – JULY 20: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks holds the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP Award and the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy after defeating the Phoenix Suns in Game Six to win the 2021 NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum on July 20, 2021 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)
Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to an NBA championship in 2021.
This is a developing story and will be updated as information becomes available.