The New York Knicks appear to be one of the top contenders in the Eastern Conference heading into the 2025-26 NBA season.
With the Indiana Pacers dealing with a season-ending injury to Tyrese Haliburton and the Boston Celtics waiting on Jayson Tatum to recovery from his torn Achilles, the Knicks are in a great position. After making a run to the Eastern Conference Finals last season and losing to the Pacers, they could be the favorite.
During the offseason, New York made a big move. It decided to part ways with former head coach Tom Thibodeau and replace him with Mike Brown.
As far as roster additions, the Knicks went out in NBA free agency and signed both Jordan Clarkson and Guerschon Yabusele to improve their bench.
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Both of those moves will add quality depth for New York’s second unit. However, the team has its eyes set on a much bigger fish.
Of course, that fish is current Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Over the last year, the Knicks have been constantly mentioned as a potential suitor for Antetokounmpo if he chooses to leave the Bucks. That possibility is still very much alive.
On Monday, ESPN NBA insider Shams Charania reported that Antetokounmpo has not decided whether or not he’ll stay in Milwaukee.
“Sources tell me there’s still nothing set in stone about whether Giannis Antetokounmpo will stay in Milwaukee or whether he will be leaving,” Charania said.
Following that report, a new update was given on New York’s interest in the “Greek Freak.” That update was shared by James L. Edwards III of The Athletic.
“It is my understanding that Leon Rose and company have been monitoring Giannis Antetokounmpo’s situation in Milwaukee very closely, even before the offseason started,” Edwards wrote. “Many around the league believe the Knicks are interested in star hunting, and while that opportunity hasn’t popped up yet, I certainly believe it’s in the cards if the right situation presents itself.”
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If Antetokounmpo does decide that he wants a fresh start away from the Bucks, the Knicks would instantly be a top contender to trade for him. They would have to give up a lot to get him, but he could lead New York back to the NBA Finals.
Expect to continue hearing rumors and reports about Antetokounmpo’s future. In the meantime, the Knicks will continue watching the situation closely and waiting to pounce if he decides he wants out.
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