Giannis Antetokounmpo will enter the 2025-26 season with Milwaukee, however the true determination on his future is simply months away.
“I wouldn’t simply type of put this one to mattress. Subsequent offseason is actually shaping as much as be an fascinating one, as a result of subsequent offseason is when Giannis turns into extension-eligible,” Lowe stated on his podcast final week. “And it’s like 4 years, $300 million, some loopy quantity, I can’t keep in mind what it’s. And that’s the road within the sand. He both indicators that or he doesn’t, after which ‘26-’27 is the final assured yr on his contract, he has a participant possibility after that for $63 million. Holy smokes these salaries are getting excessive.”
That extension window may outline whether or not the two-time MVP performs out his profession in Milwaukee or forces the Bucks into a choice.
Lowe emphasised that “he both indicators that or he doesn’t,” making it the clearest indicator but of the place the 2021 Finals MVP stands.
If Antetokounmpo commits, the Bucks will preserve their franchise cornerstone locked in for the lengthy haul.
Declining to signal would put Milwaukee in a weak spot, both risking him strolling for nothing in free company or exploring the commerce marketplace for one of many high 5 gamers on the planet.
The Greek Freak holds leverage so long as his possibility looms in 2027.
Milwaukee, in the meantime, faces a roster crunch with Bobby Portis ageing and Khris Middleton’s well being persevering with to boost questions.
For now, all eyes stay on Milwaukee’s celebrity.
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