The Milwaukee Bucks are out of the 2025 NBA playoffs and it hasn't taken long for pundits to jump on the idea that trading star Giannis Antetokounmpo is the best move for the franchise. The former NBA MVP and his team were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Indiana Pacers and will be without star guard Damian Lillard for most,

While it's unlikely the Milwaukee Bucks would trade superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, here are some teams that could be potential trading partners.

The Rockets find themselves on the cusp of championship contention. Their disruptive, dominant defense is camera-ready for basketball's biggest stage. Their competitive fire and the fight instilled under head coach Ime Udoka can keep sturdy legs beneath them through the final rounds of a heavyweight brawl.