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Giannis Antetokounmpo Update Sparks Excitement Among Miami Heat Fans

Anthony Pasciolla|
Oct 28, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images
Oct 28, 2024; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts during the second half against the Boston Celtics at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images | Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

The Miami Heat fanbase loves the idea of acquiring superstar talent to pair alongside Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo.

There's a new name for Heat fans to dream of trading for in Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo. A recent report from CBS Sports' Bill Reiter shows that the Heat are a preferred landing spot for Antetokounmpo if he becomes available.

"An Eastern Conference NBA executive has already heard the places believed to be Giannis' would-be preferred destinations: "The teams I've heard are Miami and New York -- the Nets, not the Knicks," a league exec shared, according to Reiter.

Heat fans were ecstatic by the news of Thursday's report, expressing their hopes on social media.

"Dame when he realizes Giannis got the Bucks to trade for him just so he can force his way to Miami Instead," one fan jokingly posted.

"I have recovered from the Dama saga," one fan wrote. "I am ready to be hurt again."

Heat fans have grown familiar with Antetokounmpo over the years. The Heat and Bucks played in the postseason three times since 2020. The Heat won in 2020 and 2023 on the way to the NBA Finals. The Bucks won in 2021, going on to capture the championship.

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Anthony Pasciolla works as a contributing writer to Miami Heat On SI. He can be reached at ampasciolla@gmail.com or follow him on X @AnthonyPasci.

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ANTHONY PASCIOLLA

Anthony Pasciolla is a sports journalist who began covering the NBA in June 2023. A Philadelphia native, Anthony has experience covering the Philadelphia 76ers as a credentialed reporter. He has written for Miami Heat, Back In The Day Hoops, Kansas State Wildcats, and Illinois Fighting Illini on Sports Illustrated. His work also includes 76ers coverage for The Sporting News and previous stories for Athlon Sports and BasketballNews. When he’s not covering the NBA, you can find him spending time with friends and family or diving into the world of fantasy football. Follow him on X @AnthonyPasci or reach him via email at ampasciolla@gmail.com