Rockets Reportedly Table Şengün in Potential Giannis Blockbuster
The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade speculation continues to swirl, and a new potential suitor has emerged with a significant offer. According to league sources, the Houston Rockets have reportedly entered the mix, tabling rising star Alperen Şengün as a centerpiece in a potential blockbuster deal for the Milwaukee Bucks’ two-time MVP.
Antetokounmpo has been the subject of growing trade rumors in recent months, particularly following Milwaukee’s disappointing postseason exit. Despite the presence of Damian Lillard, the Bucks failed to advance past the first round of the playoffs, prompting questions about the franchise’s long-term direction and Giannis’s future.
The Rockets, armed with a treasure trove of draft assets and an intriguing young core, appear eager to accelerate their timeline back to contention. Central to their reported pitch is Şengün, the 21-year-old Turkish big man who enjoyed a breakout 2024-25 season, averaging 21.1 points, 9.8 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game. Şengün has drawn comparisons to a young Nikola Jokić for his unique combination of passing vision and post play.
Houston’s front office, led by GM Rafael Stone and head coach Ime Udoka, reportedly views Antetokounmpo as a transformative force who could elevate the team to immediate playoff contention in the Western Conference. The Rockets are also believed to be willing to include multiple first-round picks, along with other players such as Jalen Green or Jabari Smith Jr., depending on Milwaukee’s demands.
For the Bucks, the potential of acquiring a high-upside talent like Şengün could offer a smoother transition into a retooling phase should they move on from their franchise cornerstone. While Milwaukee has not publicly indicated a desire to part with Giannis, the growing interest from rival teams is a clear sign that the league is preparing for the possibility.
Antetokounmpo, 30, has expressed a desire to remain competitive and chase championships. If he believes the Bucks are no longer capable of surrounding him with the talent necessary to contend, a move to a young, hungry team like the Rockets — one that is willing to push all their chips to the center of the table — may prove tempting.
Nothing is imminent, and sources emphasize that talks remain exploratory. However, the mere possibility of Houston landing one of the league’s premier superstars has sent shockwaves through the NBA.
With the offseason looming and trade talks expected to intensify, all eyes will remain on Milwaukee — and on whether Houston’s bold offer marks the beginning of a franchise-altering shift.
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