If there is one thing to take away from the Miami Heat’s offseason, it’s that they remain infatuated by the prospect of trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo. And perhaps they should be.
There is an element of “Well, obviously” at play here. Giannis is a two-time MVP, and the Heat are nothing if not obsessed with acquiring their next great superstar. But their interest in The Greek Freak goes beyond pure wishful thinking, and could be rooted in some legitimacy.
Giannis is keeping the Heat and everyone else on the hook
Case in point: Despite the Milwaukee Bucks waiving and stretching Damian Lillard to help make room for Myles Turner this offseason, Giannis’ return isn’t yet assured.