Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks have settled into a bit of a rhythm when it comes to roster construction. Every few years, he starts to apply a little bit of pressure behind the scenes.

The Bucks have a strong core with Antetokounmpo and the newly acquired Myles Turner. Adding Paul to that mix could be the spark they need to make another deep playoff run. It’s now just a matter of whether the East Coast pull outweighs his West Coast heart.

However, prior to that, the Bucks had an interest in trading for another star in the form of Jimmy Butler. That deal would’ve involved Middleton, but according to former Bucks fan favorite John Henson, Giannis Antetokounmpo shut down those trade talks.