NBA Rumors: Giannis Antetokounmpo, the missing piece to make the Houston Rockets champions

The Houston Rockets want to take their rebuilding phase to serious championship contention next season, while the Milwaukee Bucks could be going in the opposite direction. After another early playoff exit, Giannis Antetokounmpo might be considering a change of scenery while still in his prime. For the first time since his NBA debut in 2013, he could be contemplating requesting a trade this summer.

Considering these two scenarios, let's explore a trade proposal suggested by Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report, which envisions the Greek Freak landing in Texas through this massive offer of four players and two picks. The Houston Rockets would receive Giannis Antetokounmpo, while the Milwaukee Bucks would acquire Jalen Green, Jabari Smith Jr., Cam Whitmore, Aaron Holiday, a first-round pick (via Phoenix Suns) for the 2025 Draft, and a first-round pick (via Phoenix Suns) for the 2027 Draft.

The Rockets were not among the top 10 in the league in offensive rating, and as Swartz points out, Antetokounmpo has averaged 30 points per game over the last five seasons and would be the offensive answer this team needs, not to mention the true superstar they have been searching for.

The Rockets' Remaining Dream Team

In this scenario, the Rockets could start Giannis, Alperen Sengun, Dillon Brooks, Amen Thompson, and Fred VanVleet. Jalen Green was supposed to be the dynamic scorer in Houston's lineup, but he has not lived up to the Rockets' expectations. He faded in the playoffs. They could look to trade him and his impending extension, starting next year at $33 million per season.

The Bucks secured their championship with Giannis a few years back, but it's clear that the team is not poised for another one soon under its current iteration. It's time to move into the next era. In this hypothetical proposal, Milwaukee would kick off its rebuild with young potential stars like Green and Smith Jr., while also securing another couple of very good first-round picks.

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