Giannis Antetokounmpo’s time in Wisconsin came to an end when theMilwaukee Bucks sent the 10-time All-Star to the Miami Heat in June 2026. The move followed more than a year of uncertainty, dating back to May 2025 when Antetokounmpo first made it known that he wanted a fresh start.

Philadelphia 76ers wing Jaylen Brown was willing to stay with the Boston Celtics even after they attempted to trade him to the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, according to ESPN's Kris Rhim.

Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum — once anchors of an NBA championship team in Boston — have had no time to talk since the trade that ended their working relationship.

The trade that shook up the Association in the summer was the Celtics dealing superstar Jaylen Brown to Philadelphia.