After Publicly Pushing the Bucks to Sign Damian Lillard, Giannis Antetokounmpo Could Still Reject $177,500,000 Extension Offer for a Different Reason

The Milwaukee Bucks made a blockbuster trade to acquire 7x NBA All-Star and rested a lingering offseason trade saga. Bucks came out of nowhere to swoop Damian Lillard from their rivals. The addition of Dame instantly makes the Bucks title favorites for the NBA trophy. But the Bucks might not stop at the star who made it happen. Despite Dame Time, Giannis Antetokounmpo might look elsewhere.

In the offseason Giannis went on a press tour threatening to leave the Bucks if they did not build a title contending roster. It was his constant warnings that forced the Bucks into trading for Damian Lillard.

Giannis Antetokounmpo Looking for a Bigger Paycheck

Giannis is eligible for a three-year contract worth $177.5 million dollars. After Dame’s arrival, many people might think that the Greek Freak would sign on the dotted line. But that might not be the case, as Giannis could hold out for an even bigger pay-day.

If Giannis doesn’t sign the contract extension before the season begins, then he could be eligible for an even bigger contract. If he waits till next year, Giannis could pocket $245.5 million dollars on a four-year contract. This news could be music to the Bucks fans, as the acquisition of Dame could lead to Giannis being a Buck for life.

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After pressure tactics, the Bucks and Giannis could look forward to the new season with a new ray of optimism.

Bucks are Title Favorites

The acquisition of Damian Lillard has made the Bucks odds-on favorite for the Larry O’Brian trophy. Giannis and Dame could become a deadly duo and with the likes of Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez, the Bucks look a daunting proposition to face. In the trade for Lillard they lost players like Grayson Allen and Jrue Holiday, which makes their squad a little shallow going into the season.

The Bucks summer additions could go under the radar after the blockbuster trade for Dame. But the Bucks have recruited smartly. They added Malik Beasley to their roster. They also kept hold of Bobby Portis and talented young forward MarJon Beauchamp.

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The Bucks would be a frightening team this season as Dame is a perfect fit. Fans would expect the franchise to win the title, anything less would be classified as failure.