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Unlikely Bucks reunion cannot be ruled out until Giannis signs extension

People are already speculating about Giannis Antetokounmpo's future with the Miami Heat. A reunion with the Milwaukee Bucks is unlikely but possible.

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 2:15 PM
Unlikely Bucks reunion cannot be ruled out until Giannis signs extension
Key Things to Know
  • Dalton Sell argues a Giannis Antetokounmpo reunion with the Milwaukee Bucks remains possible until he signs an extension.
  • Former teammate DeMarcus Cousins stated on FanDuel TV that he envisions a scenario where Antetokounmpo returns to Milwaukee.
  • Antetokounmpo has been extension-eligible since October 1 but can earn significantly more by waiting until next offseason.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Dalton Sell of Behind the Buck Pass argues that a Milwaukee Bucks reunion with Giannis Antetokounmpo cannot be ruled out until the superstar signs an extension with the Miami Heat. The speculation arose after former teammate DeMarcus Cousins suggested on FanDuel TV's Run it Back that Antetokounmpo could return to Milwaukee after the season.

The writer notes that while an immediate departure is unlikely, Miami's early 3-6 record and fit issues could raise questions about Antetokounmpo's long-term future. Sell points out that Antetokounmpo has financial incentives to wait until the offseason to sign a permanent extension, comparing the potential dynamic to Damian Lillard's eventual return to the Portland Trail Blazers.

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