Giannis Antetokounmpo expressed confidence in the Milwaukee Bucks -- which could shut down previous trade rumors.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is headed for another carry job in the 2025-26 NBA season with the Bucks, but he feels weirdly confident about his team's chances.

As Giannis Antetokounmpo stopped in the tunnel leading to the Milwaukee Bucks locker room in Fiserv Forum to speak with reporters after Sunday’s open practice, sweat poured down the side of his face.

Apr 29, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) dribbles the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) defends during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images / Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Khris Middleton will again be back at Fiserv Forum, playing for the opposition, when the Bucks and Wizards meet in the 2025-26 season opener.

The irony of the 2025-26 NBA season is that it is simultaneously extremely predictable and an unpredictable mess. We can say pretty confidently who's going to be at the top. The Thunder are leaps and bounds ahead of the field on paper.

With Group Play of the 2025 Emirates NBA Cup tipping off Oct. 31, we’re breaking down each group as they prepare for opening night, concluding with East Group C. Led by the defending Emirates NBA Cup champion Milwaukee Bucks, East Group C features a mix of teams that found success in both the in-season competition and the NBA postseason.

The 2025-26 NBA season is right around the corner. Here are predictions for how every NBA team will do in the regular season and playoffs.

NBA fans react as the Milwaukee Bucks are signing Alex Antetokounmpo to a two-way NBA deal, joining older brothers Giannis and Thanasis.

Bucks guard Malik Beasley, said his client ‘has not and will not cooperate with any pending federal investigations.’