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Without Joel Embiid, the Sixers used a depleted Minnesota frontcourt on the second night of a back-to-back to roll to a 135–108 win and snap a four-game losing streak; Tyrese Maxey was efficient, Quentin Grimes and VJ Edgecombe supplied scoring and playmaking, Oubre provided an early lift, and rookie Johni Broome’s season ended due to a right knee meniscus tear.
The Bulls traded guard Ayo Dosunmu to the Minnesota Timberwolves for guard Rob Dillingham, Julian Phillips, and Leonard Miller, plus four second-round picks (2026 Nuggets/Warriors, 2027 Cavaliers, 2031 Wolves/Warriors, 2032 Suns/Rockets). The move gives Minnesota a ball-handler to bolster the backcourt while Chicago adds future draft assets; Dosunmu is on an expiring contract that could be extended, otherwise reaching free agency after the season.
With the trade deadline looming, Minnesota is connected as a frontrunner to acquire Giannis Antetokounmpo, with insiders saying he would be thrilled to team up with Anthony Edwards in Minnesota; Milwaukee reportedly values the Timberwolves’ package over others and momentum suggests Minnesota could be in the lead, though no deal is guaranteed.
With the NBA trade deadline about 24 hours away, Minnesota is aggressively pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo, who reportedly would welcome a trade and sign a long-term extension. Milwaukee is seeking a large return (including Jaden McDaniels and multiple first-round picks), prompting the Wolves to assemble a multi-team package as they compete with the Warriors and Heat for the star; ownership could still block a deal, and a summer bidding war remains a possibility.
Windhorst frames Giannis Antetokounmpo’s trade situation as a three‑team race among the Timberwolves, Heat and Warriors, with the Knicks unlikely to participate; Milwaukee is seeking a mix of blue‑chip talent and future picks. The Wolves’ bid is hampered by the Stepien rule, and Golden State’s reported package includes Draymond Green, Jonathan Kuminga, Brandin Podziemski and first‑rounders but lacks clear momentum. Milwaukee could wait until summer, though Lakers interest could surface if Green is moved.
As the NBA trade deadline nears, Giannis Antetokounmpo is at the center of widespread speculation with the Timberwolves, Warriors and other teams reportedly engaging Bucks in discussions. Giannis has reiterated his love for Milwaukee and desire to win there, but Milwaukee’s 19-29 record and urgency to contend have fueled talk of a possible move. The Lakers aren’t viewed as a major factor at the moment, while Heat and Blazers are among other suitors weighing bids; Giannis’s current calf injury adds uncertainty to any potential deal.
As the NBA trade deadline approaches, Minnesota is aggressively pursuing Giannis Antetokounmpo, with Milwaukee asking for Jaden McDaniels and multiple first-round picks. A blockbuster swap reshaped the landscape, sending James Harden to the Cavaliers and Darius Garland to the Clippers. Utah’s acquisition of Jaren Jackson Jr. signals a rebuild, Memphis weighs a Ja Morant move amid a cooled market, Detroit adds shooting with Kevin Huerter, and Boston adds Nikola Vučević to bolster the frontcourt, leaving several smaller deals likely before the deadline.
Following the Conley trade to clear first-apron space, Minnesota is positioned to pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo in a potential multi-team deal, with momentum building as the Wolves, plus rivals like the Heat, Warriors and Knicks, weigh complex asset packages—likely including Jaden McDaniels and other pieces—to sign the two-time MVP to an extension ahead of the deadline.
Chicago Bulls acquire Jaden Ivey and veteran Mike Conley in a three-team deal with Detroit and Minnesota, sending Kevin Huerter and Dario Šarić to Detroit and a 2026 first-round pick swap from Minnesota to help unload Conley’s contract; Minnesota attaches a 2026 pick swap to shed Conley’s deal and save luxury tax. Ivey, in the final year of his rookie deal, seeks a fresh start after injuries, while Conley’s production this season has slipped. The trade reshapes the Bulls’ guard rotations and alters the Pistons’ and Wolves’ rosters ahead of the trade deadline.
The Pistons trade Jaden Ivey to the Bulls in a three-team deal with the Timberwolves, sending Ivey to Chicago while Minnesota ships Mike Conley to the Bulls; Chicago sends Kevin Huerter and Dario Saric to Detroit, and Detroit lands a protected 2026 first-round pick swap from Minnesota. Ivey, a former No. 5 pick who missed time with a broken leg, joins a busy Bulls backcourt and gives Chicago his Bird rights for a July re-sign, while Detroit adds shooting in Huerter and Saric’s role remains up in the air. Minnesota clears Conley’s expiring contract to gain tax and trade flexibility, potentially setting up future moves, with the exact assets received by Minnesota still to be clarified.
With the NBA trade deadline looming, ESPN's Brian Windhorst says the Minnesota Timberwolves are the West's most aggressive suitor for Giannis Antetokounmpo, though their offer may not outpace others and a last-minute deal could hinge on upgrading their backcourt. The Knicks aren’t pursuing Giannis with the same urgency, leaving the Wolves, Heat, and Warriors as principal contenders; the Warriors would likely need Draymond Green to be involved if Jimmy Butler is out for the season, while teams weigh assets such as Minnesota's Jaden McDaniels, Naz Reid and Terrence Shannon Jr., or Miami's Tyler Herro and Kel'el Ware.
Trade chatter around Giannis Antetokounmpo is intensifying as multiple teams—Warriors, Timberwolves, Trail Blazers, 76ers and Nets—are linked to the Bucks star ahead of the deadline. Golden State is said to have a pick-heavy bid but Giannis may be turned off by an older roster or the glare of teaming with Curry, while Minnesota is viewed as a compelling long-term fit with Anthony Edwards. Portland could serve as a third team to land assets, and Philadelphia is expected to inquire, though Nets interest remained uncertain.
The Minnesota Timberwolves are among teams connected to a potential Giannis Antetokounmpo trade as the NBA trade deadline nears, with reports that Minnesota is trying to recruit third and fourth teams to boost a multi-team offer due to salary and draft-capital constraints; insiders say Tim Connelly is actively pursuing a deal and that a blockbuster move would likely require multiple partners and favorable incentives, though it remains uncertain as Feb. 5 approaches.
Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly open to a new home as the Bucks listen to offers, with Minnesota among the most serious suitors but likely needing a draft-heavy package since they lack tradable first-round picks; possible pieces could include Jaden McDaniels, Naz Reid and Donte DiVincenzo. The Warriors have firm interest and could use salary-matching moves (potentially involving Jimmy Butler and Jonathan Kuminga); Heat discussions have floated Tyler Herro and other assets; Rockets and Spurs aren’t expected to bid; the Thunder could assemble a bid but likely won’t, as it could shorten OKC’s championship window. Deadline: Feb. 5.
Giannis Antetokounmpo responded to home boos with a thumbs-down as Milwaukee were routed 139-106 by a short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves, dropping to 17-23 and 11th in the East. The Bucks trailed 76-45 at halftime, prompting leadership reflections from Giannis who insisted he’ll stay consistent and push through adversity, while coach Doc Rivers cited fatigue as a factor in the lopsided loss.