NBA: Giannis Antetokounmpo injured, trade becomes a puzzle
In the NBA, the trade deadline is set for next February 5. So many “market hits” were expected at this time but, due mainly to major injuries, the situation is all in flux. Among the many players in trade odor who have been injured c’is also Giannis Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP injured his calf during the recent challenge with the Denver Nuggets. A not insignificant injury that will keep him off the court for several weeks.
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The Bucks are currently out of the playoffs and are quite likely to miss the playoffs for the first time since the 2015-16 season. They have a 3-11 record in games when Giannis Antetokounmpo has not played this season and -11.2 points per 100 possessions when off the court. Now that the Greek all-star will be in the pits for several games, it is clear that the situation could get even worse for the Milwaukee franchise.
It remains to be seen whether the Bucks’ management will decide to try to trade its ace as early as now or will wait until the offseason to make certain reasoning. So many franchises are interested in Giannis Antetokounmpo. Golden State among them. It also seemed to have the’right man to set up the trade, namely Jimmy Butler. The problem is that Jimmy Butler was also injured, ruining all the Warriors’ plans.
There would also be Jonathan Kuminga, another player on the Warriors roster, who is pawing to leave. “I know a request for a trade has been made, but it is not imminent, although things in this league can change in the blink of an eye’s eye” said Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. just on the future of Jonathan Kuminga.
The Warriors general manager Mike Dunleavy Jr. said.
What seems clear is that so many possible trades have stalled precisely because of injuries to those involved. One thinks of Ja Morant. He, too, seemed destined to pack his bags but, at the moment, is forced to watch others due to a physical problem.
