The trade rumors around Giannis Antetokounmpo gained more attention after his recent move. According to a report on Wednesday, the Milwaukee Bucks star bought a property in New York. This gave the trade rumors to the New York Knicks more fuel, as the turmoil with the Bucks continues.
Ethan Rothstein of biznow.com reported that the one-time NBA champion bought an eight-story, 28-unit apartment building for $14.1 million. The property is located in the Prospect Lefferts Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn. Rothstein wrote that the deal has been in the works since October and was closed on Nov. 18. The sale was recorded on Monday.
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While Antetokounmpo remains with the Bucks, having a property in New York has drawn much attention to the trade rumors. It was reported that the Knicks have been named a preferred trade destination for the Greek Freak.
With Milwaukee’s 10-15 record in the 2025-26 NBA season, the outside noise gets louder.
Fans react to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s new place in New York
Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the most talented players in the league. Having him play for a big market team would draw attention and attraction. With his recent property move, fans couldn’t help but reveal their thoughts.
Here are some of what the fans said.
“Dude he bought an apartment building lmao,” a fan said.
“He might go to the nets,” another fan said after seeing the Brooklyn address.
“I will eat my foot if he bought that to be his home,” one fan said.
Other fans pointed out that Antetokounmpo bought an investment property.
“This is an investment property according to the post’s image, he picked it up about a month back,” someone commented.
“Even if he’s not living here and it’s for an investment, it’s definitely interesting,” a comment read.
“Wait… if I understand this right, Giannis is just an investor or landlord of like an apartment or condo building. He doesn’t live there or intend to live therem,” a fan pointed out.
Giannis Antetokounmpo sent a strong message to his Bucks teammates amid the trade rumors
Giannis Antetokounmpo has been the center of attention for the Bucks this season. Aside from their disappointing record, all eyes have been on Antetokounmpo and his future. As a result, there have been rumors that animosity has grown in the locker room.
Antetokounmpo wants the team to remain focused on the regular season. According to NBA on Prime’s Chris Haynes, he spoke to his teammates to ignore the outside noise.
“Giannis Antetokounmpo addressed some of his teammates recently to stress the importance of focusing on basketball and not to allow outside distractions to interfere with the process at hand,” Haynes said.
The Bucks will continue their season on Thursday against the Boston Celtics. The team looks to challenge itself in facing an old rival.
Edited by Reign Amurao
