Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes: Why under-the-radar Eastern Conference team makes sense 

It’s beginning to feel less like if and more like when the Milwaukee Bucks decide to trade superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. Potential landing spots for the two-time NBA MVP include the New York Knicks, San Antonio Spurs, Miami Heat, Golden State Warriors and even the Los Angeles Lakers. But there’s also a dark-horse contender in the mix: the Toronto Raptors, who are 15-8 heading into Friday’s game against Charlotte. Antetokounmpo has remained loyal to the franchise that selected him 15th overall in the 2013 NBA Draft, yet the situation in Milwaukee now appears to be approaching a crossroads — one where a separation might ultimately benefit both sides. On Wednesday, ESPN insider Shams Charania first reported that Antetokounmpo was weighing his future with the Bucks. He also noted that the Knicks were granted an exclusive negotiating window in August to pursue a deal for the superstar, though no agreement was reached. He went on to mention that it won’t be the case now, providing other teams with the opportuniRead More