Giannis Antetokounmpo Makes Strong Statement on the State of the NBA originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Giannis Antetokounmpo was once again one of the very best players in the NBA during the 2024-25 season. Antetokounmpo averaged 30.4 points, 11.9 rebounds, 6.5 assists, 0.9 steals and 1.2 blocks per game and finished third in MVP voting.

After three first-round eliminations from the NBA playoffs in a row, Giannis Antetokounmpo has reportedly said that he is open to leaving the Milwaukee Bucks, according to ESPN reporting. An NBA insider said that Celtics would be a contender for Antetokounmpo's new team.

The NBA could be changing it's All-Star Game format, and Giannis Antetokounmpo wants to see something like the NHL's Four Nations Face-off. The NBA has seen a ratings drop in recent years, and All-Star weekend specifically doesn't do as well as other professional sports.