Why The Milwaukee Bucks Do The Deal 

Let’s assume Antetokoumnpo does demand a trade this summer. In that event, the Bucks will find themselves in a living nightmare. There is no world where they can pivot.

You’re losing, arguably, the best player in the world – Antetokoumnpo is irreplaceable. With that in mind, the Bucks should start from scratch in this situation.

This deal has them doing so. In total, the Bucks are receiving five unprotected first-round picks and two pick swaps here. For a team that’s depleted of draft assets, this would be a major change.

Sure, they’re getting some intriguing young players. Barrett has flashed potential, and so has Toppin. While it’s unlikely they’d ever develop into being MVPs, they have potential to be helpful players.

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Meanwhile, Robinson is already one of the best defensive big men in the NBA. Again, this is mostly about the draft capital. Regardless, they’d be getting a defensive anchor to build around.

Should the Knicks part with so much to acquire Antetokoumnpo?