01-19-2026, 12:31 PM
I think Dallas and ATL will be in a staring contest until the last minute of the trade deadline. In the end, I don't think either side likes the deal proposed and it doesn't happen. Just my opinion.
I think ATL will also be monitoring Giannis. It is easier for them to make a trade for Giannis now rather than this offseason. In the end, I don't see Giannis being very excited about ATL. I am not sure Giannis in ATL with Johnson is much greater than what he has in MIL. It is better, but still think that roster would need a lot of work. Especially with what they would need to give up for him. I expect 4-5 teams will be in contention for Giannis this summer. With one year left on his contract, MIL loses some leverage. I am not sure where the great offer comes if Houston and SA don't bid. Houston is more likely, but they may not be offering the package MIL would readily accept.
I think ATL will also be monitoring Giannis. It is easier for them to make a trade for Giannis now rather than this offseason. In the end, I don't see Giannis being very excited about ATL. I am not sure Giannis in ATL with Johnson is much greater than what he has in MIL. It is better, but still think that roster would need a lot of work. Especially with what they would need to give up for him. I expect 4-5 teams will be in contention for Giannis this summer. With one year left on his contract, MIL loses some leverage. I am not sure where the great offer comes if Houston and SA don't bid. Houston is more likely, but they may not be offering the package MIL would readily accept.
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