For years, Antetokounmpo has been the heart and soul of the Bucks, consistently delivering on both ends of the court. This season, he’s been the driving force behind the team’s attempts to climb out of an early slump.

The Bucks’ contention window is already closed, whether they realize it or not. Trading Giannis is the only way out.

Four years ago, the Milwaukee Bucks won their first NBA championship since 1971. Since then, they have acquired a Hall-of-Famer in Damian Lillard, had their other Hall-of-Famer Giannis Antetokounmpo enter his prime years,