Giannis Antetokounmpo prepares for ‘very crucial’ sit-down that could alter his career

Rumors of change trailed the Milwaukee Bucks after they lost to the Indiana Pacers on May 12, 2025. Now, there is a clandestine meeting in the works that may determine the direction of the team. Everyone waits with bated breath as to what will transpire when Giannis Antetokounmpo, the two-time MVP, meets Milwaukee Bucks leadership. The answer might come as early as mid-next week.NBA insider Chris Haynes on Saturday, May 17, 2025, reported that General Manager Jon Horst called Giannis Antetokounmpo. According to them, the gathering will be held at the Bucks’ practice facility in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on dates from May 19 to May 23, 2025. The discussion will include the club's ambitions and Gianni's role in them. Giannis Antetokounmpo joined the Milwaukee Bucks in 2013 and signed a 3 year maximum extension on July 1, 2023, which holds him under contract until 2028. His contract has a player option for the 2027-28 season, somewhere else. Jon Horst and team president Peter Feigin have indicated they'd like to retain Giannis Antetokounmpo. However, losing again in the first round of the playoffs has been a concern-raiser. With Giannis leading, can this roster capture another title? Many believe that this upcoming encounter will show the answer.Chris Haynes stated that the Milwaukee Bucks "made contact with Giannis Antetokounmpo earlier today" on Saturday. He described the meeting as "very, very crucial" for both parties. Giannis Antetokounmpo’s numbers continue to be elite; he averaged 28.5 points, 11.0 rebounds, and 6.0 assists per game in the 2024-25 season, per ESPN. Only a trade can make Giannis Antetokounmpo move this season. The Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Miami Heat are among the teams that have expressed interest. In case no match between the Milwaukee Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo on how to move on, these teams would try to do a blockbuster trade.Also Read: “You can’t learn to be a natural born killer” — Charles Barkley explains why Kobe Bryant and Michael Jordan were more dangerous than LeBron JamesThe Milwaukee Bucks are where all eyes are for now. Next week, when Giannis Antetokounmpo and the front office sit down, they will determine whether his future continues to be green in Milwaukee or turns elsewhere.