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Warriors

Although we’ve heard a lot of rumors on the Warriors already, many are still in disbelief of the Warriors able to trade for Giannis. However, they could. Giannis’ official threat to leave Milwaukee is with the case of ‘not winning a championship’. This means Giannis would wait for a year or two for the Bucks to try to win before he leaves. During this time, Kuminga and Moody will soon reach their prime, with Podziemski and other young assets developing into quality players. With a package of prime Kuminga Moody, potentially Wiggins, other young players and over 4 first round picks, the Warriors actually have a huge chance at getting Giannis.

Kings

The Kings are really not getting talked about enough in this Giannis departure. With plenty of cap space and picks, the Kings has one of the highest chance at Giannis. So do the Kings have to trade a star for a star? Well, no. As Giannis may leave for nothing free agency, the Bucks are almost certain to be trading Giannis for young players and picks. The Kings can offer Davion Michell, Keegan Murray, Kevin Huerter, Chris Duarte, and multiple young players and over 6 first round picks to for Giannis. Just imagine the trio of Fox, Sabonis, and Giannis.

Lakers

L.A. is certainly Giannis’ most favorable destination. But how can the Lakers get Giannis? Actually, there are two ways. One is by trading. If Giannis limits the list down to multiple dream destinations, the Lakers could offer Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, Max Christie, Jalen Hood Schifino, and up to 3 picks for Giannis. On the other hand, a better way is by signing Giannis. When Giannis’ contract finishes, the Lakers have the highest chance of signing the Greek Freak, who appears in L.A. more than Milwaukee during Summer. The Lakers would have plenty of Cap Space if Lebron leaves to play with Bronny elsewhere. The duo of Giannis and Davis would be one of the most dominant bigmen duos we’ve ever seen.

Clippers

While the Clippers may seem like the least possible destination, the Clippers may have a high chance of signing Giannis too. With too little trade, the Clippers are impossible to trade for Giannis. However, when his contract is up, the Clippers could battle the Lakers in a race to sign Giannis. However, this could only happen if they dump both Paul George and Kawhi. However, if it means getting Giannis and potentially a championship, the Clippers would certainly do so. Although it will be tough to square with the Lakers, the Clippers might be a better fit if they find quality players after trading Kawhi and Paul George. The chance of the Clippers convincing Giannis is not zero, as Jerry West has done the impossible plenty of time throughout his career in the office.