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Knicks’ Mike Brown Responds to Reported Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Offer

Knicks’ Mike Brown Responds to Reported Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Offer

Summary

There were discussions about the possibility of NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo joining the New York Knicks, but no trade happened. The Knicks would have needed to adjust their salary limits to afford Antetokounmpo. Mike Brown, the head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks, did not focus on these trade talks, preferring to concentrate on the team's current setup.

Key Facts

  • Giannis Antetokounmpo is a two-time NBA MVP and plays for the Milwaukee Bucks.
  • There was interest between Antetokounmpo and the New York Knicks during the summer.
  • The Knicks would have had to manage their salary cap to fit Antetokounmpo's $54.1 million contract.
  • Mike Brown is the new head coach of the Milwaukee Bucks.
  • Brown chose not to engage in discussions about the potential trade.
  • The Knicks might have needed to trade Karl-Anthony Towns to accommodate a deal.
  • Mike Brown is a two-time Coach of the Year and prefers a player-friendly coaching style.

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