Giannis Antetokounmpo's former teammate believes the Miami Heat are the best fit for him

Throughout the 2025-26 season, Giannis Antetokounmpo has been flirting with the idea of getting traded away from the Milwaukee Bucks. While he would prefer to stay, the franchise has not helped him in his quest to win another championship.

Antetokounmpo has not outright said he wants to leave, but reports indicate he is willing to be traded. Now, some teams have emerged as favorites to get him, including the Miami Heat.

Lopez thinks the Heat are the best team for Antetokounmpo

With teams like the Heat and the New York Knicks showing interest in Antetokounmpo, the discourse around it has been exciting. For Giannis' former Bucks teammate Robin Lopez, the Heat are the best choice.

It would be an interesting move because the Heat are always looking for ways to improve their team. They want to be as good as possible, and getting a top-three NBA player would be a great way to maximize their chances.

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The NBA would likely be impressed with the move to the Heat for Antetokounmpo. It is a team that fits his play style of being in transition and defending as hard as possible. A frontcourt of him and Bam Adebayo could be a nightmare for any offensive player.

"I really think Giannis personality meshes with the Miami Heat. I think they both have that intense drive, intense passions to get a championship by any means necessary," Lopez said about a possible trade on NBA TV.

Considering that Lopez played with Antetokounmpo, he knows how his personality works. With Miami's Heat Culture, Antetokounmpo's hard work and personality might truly fit them best.

It will be an interesting trade to make because the Bucks are looking for a huge sum. They are sending away their arguably greatest player in franchise history, so they would want a big return. The Heat could give that, but the Bucks will have the final say.

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