Top 5 trade proposals for Giannis revealed! Lakers offer 10 players for 2 stars to form a powerhouse, Spurs propose 5-for-2 deal to build a new twin towers lineup

On December 4th Beijing time, as reported by Shams, Giannis and the Bucks are negotiating about his future. In the next few weeks, this Bucks cornerstone could move to another franchise. The prominent US media Bleacher Report has listed five possible trade packages. Which offer will convince the Bucks? Here are the detailed plans and analysis—

Scenario One: Lakers trade 10 players for 2 stars to build a superstar lineup

Lakers receive: Giannis, Thanasis (Giannis’s brother)

Bucks receive: Rui Hachimura, Vanderbilt, Vincent, Kleber, Knecht, 2026/2028/2030/2032 first-round pick swap rights, 2031 first-round pick

Many fans might immediately question this deal, saying: “The Bucks would never agree without getting Austin Reaves!” That might be true, but Reaves will become a free agent in 2026, and for a team suddenly entering a rebuilding phase, he is unlikely to re-sign.

Although this package lacks star power, the Bucks gain ample draft assets to compensate. Certainly, pick swap rights are less valuable than unprotected first-round picks, but they still preserve rebuilding hope. By 2031, Giannis will be nearly 40, and the Lakers’ first-round pick could be extremely valuable then.

Besides, the Bucks also acquire several contracts usable for future trades. Knecht may not be a game-changing prospect, but he can inject some youthful talent for the team's next era.

For the Lakers, despite needing time to mesh the roster, the value of this trade speaks for itself. Combining Doncic, Giannis, Reaves, and LeBron, the Lakers would field one of the most elite playmaking lineups in league history. With Doncic orchestrating, Giannis would get far more open shots than ever before, boosting his already terrifying scoring efficiency.

Scenario Two: Hawks upgrade their wing group with a 5-for-2 deal

Hawks receive: Giannis, Thanasis

Bucks receive: Trae Young, Richardson, 2026 first-round pick, 2028 first-round pick, and 2030 first-round pick

During Trae Young’s injury, the Hawks unexpectedly transformed into a tougher, better defensive team, and adding Giannis would maximize this strength.

Giannis, Jalen Johnson, and Daniels forming the 2, 3, and 4 positions defense will be a nightmare for opponents. They can pair with Porzingis or switch to a big-bodied small-ball frontcourt.

There is a variant of this scenario where Porzingis is sent to the Bucks, the Hawks take on some of the Bucks’ expensive contracts, and keep Richardson.

Regardless of specific asset adjustments, as long as the Hawks have both Giannis and Johnson, they will instantly become the top contender for the Eastern Conference title.

For the Bucks, this package offers better immediate impact and future value than the Lakers’ offer. Trae Young can lead the offense, and his contract expires in 2027 (if he picks up his player option), allowing potential future trades for more assets; Richardson is a high-upside 3-and-D prospect.

More importantly, this trade gives the Bucks a chance to compete for the talent-rich 2026 number one overall pick — due to previous trades, this pick combines lottery odds from both the Pelicans and the Bucks. If the Bucks must end the "Giannis era," starting fresh with young stars like Peterson, DiVincenzo, or Cameron Boozer would be an excellent rebuild foundation.

Scenario Three: Giannis heads to his preferred next team, the Knicks

Knicks receive: Giannis, Thanasis

Bucks receive: Towns, McBride, Diabate, 2026/2028/2030/2032 first-round pick swap rights, and six second-round picks

Because the Knicks spent many draft assets to acquire Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns, their trade package is limited, but they have been publicly identified as Giannis’s favored destination.

ESPN reporter Adam Schefter specifically highlighted: “This summer, the Knicks are the only team with a clear preference from Giannis...”

When a superstar openly favors a destination, sometimes that alone can push a trade through.

Replacing Towns with Giannis will alter the Knicks’ floor spacing and offensive dynamics but will undoubtedly be a clear upgrade. Imagine the pick-and-roll chemistry between Brunson and Giannis — it would intimidate the entire league.

For the Bucks, this may not be the optimal deal, but acquiring Towns, who can be traded further, likely yields more draft picks and young talent later. Also, no one can predict how valuable the 2030 or 2032 pick swap rights will become.

Scenario Four: Spurs assemble a twin towers duo with Giannis and Vembanyama

Spurs receive: Giannis, Thanasis

Bucks receive: Vassell, Keldon Johnson, Dylan Harper, 2030 first-round pick, and 2032 first-round pick

Among all potential trades, the most talked-about is this one with the Spurs. Pairing Giannis with Vembanyama creates a terrifying combination of height, wingspan, defensive versatility, and inside-out scoring. This duo could become the most physically dominant and athletically imposing pair in NBA history, advancing the Spurs’ championship timeline.

Of course, the cost is high. The Bucks will surely demand at least one of Stephen Curry or Dylan Harper, with Harper’s skill level making him a core piece for their future rebuild.

Harper’s potential, combined with Vassell and Keldon Johnson’s flexible contracts, gives the Bucks significant player assets; plus two future first-round picks, making this likely the richest return among all proposals.

Scenario Five: Trail Blazers enter the race to acquire Giannis

Trail Blazers receive: Giannis, Thanasis

Bucks receive: Jerami Grant, Robert Williams, Scoot Henderson, 2028 first-round pick (from Bucks), 2030 first-round pick (from Bucks), and 2032 first-round pick

The Bucks’ past superstar trades show that such deals often end surprisingly. When Lillard sought a trade, no one expected him to join the Bucks, and now the Trail Blazers might become the “dark horse” in this trade saga.

Holding multiple future first-round picks from the Bucks gives the Trail Blazers a unique advantage in bidding for Giannis. While other teams’ picks are valuable, controlling their own picks during a rebuild is even more crucial.

Therefore, in this proposal, the Trail Blazers return some Bucks pick control, add their own first-round pick, and send 21-year-old prospect Henderson.

Jerami Grant and Robert Williams may offer limited immediate or future help to the Bucks, but they can be used in subsequent trades to add more assets.

For the Trail Blazers, this trade would reunite Giannis with Jrue Holiday (his championship point guard partner), Lillard (Holiday’s former trade target), and form a top-tier wing lineup with Avdija, instantly making them a Western Conference powerhouse able to challenge the Thunder.

Which team do you hope to see Giannis join? Feel free to share your thoughts in the comments.