Giannis Antetokounmpo FUTURE and Milwaukee Bucks playoff chances. NBA SEASON PREVIEW
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks, Jalen Brunson, New York Knicks, Donovan Mitchell, Cleveland Cavaliers, Karl-Anthony Towns, Desmond Bane, Orlando Magic, OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges, Boston Celtics, Indiana Pacers, and Atlanta Hawks headline this Locked On NBA Squad Show episode previewing the Eastern Conference.
The local experts from the Locked On NBA Channel kick off the Locked On NBA Squad Show East by breaking down which team the Eastern Conference runs through after major injuries to the Boston Celtics and Indiana Pacers. Join Nick Angstadt, Tony East (Locked On Pacers), Gavin Schall (Locked On Knicks), Philip Rossman-Reich (Locked On Magic), David Ramil (Locked On Heat), and a cameo from Matt Moore (Locked On NBA) as they debate if the New York Knicks or Cleveland Cavaliers are the true favorites, analyzing their playoff track records, roster upgrades, and coaching changes. The conversation explores how Orlando Magic, with Desmond Bane, fits into the East’s hierarchy, and whether the Atlanta Hawks’ revamped roster can climb into the contender tier. They also discuss Milwaukee’s current scenario with Giannis Antetokounmpo and if a mid-season trade is possible, consider the competitive outlook of other squads like Detroit Pistons and Philadelphia 76ers, and share insights on projected playoff matchups and depth across the conference. Throughout the episode, the hosts offer spirited analysis and big takes about the evolving landscape of the NBA’s Eastern Conference.
0:00 East Preview: Knicks vs. Cavs Favorites
9:16 Cleveland Roster Optimizations
12:04 Giannis’ Future and Milwaukee’s Playoff Scenarios
16:43 Knicks Trade Assets and Giannis Value
19:31 Orlando Magic: True #3 in East?
22:09 Sixers & Embiid Health Doubts
25:26 Atlanta Hawks’ Offseason Moves
33:45 Detroit Pistons: Underrated Threat
36:15 Heat’s Best-Case Scenario
42:06 Toronto Raptors’ Depth and Playoff Potential
46:04 Charlotte Hornets: Lamelo’s Development
48:32 Wizards’ Youth Movement and Veteran Influence
49:55 Brooklyn Nets: Worst Team in East?
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7 Comments
Giannis needs a coach that will tell him to play low post ball, being point guard gives him great stats but takes away his dominance. It's sad watching him get a dunk- caught under the basket due to momentum and not getting back on defense, and other team gets a dunk or open 3. Quack Rivers should have been fired after disaster first season with Bucks.
The KPJ disrespect is kinda wild. But let's see if tones change…..
If Giannis stays he stays, never will be upset with a player just wanting to win more then they want to breathe.I have a problem with players who don't really want to win, but pretend like they do, names I won't mention. Too many people got their panties in a bunch over Giannis not knowing where his future is. Give me the draft picks and young guys with upside and I'm cool. The Bucks will have to rebuild at some point sooner then later. Giannis will be 31, it's not like he's still 25. Eventually, Giannis will enter his Kobe, KD, LeBron, KD, etc. stage in his professional career. Then it's on to the next star, we can put our hopes in.
The Bucks disrespect is crazy! First off Luka didn't bring no hardware to the Mavs don't compare him and Giannis. The East is wide open and the Knicks haven't won anything and the Cavs are great regular season. If you don't think Giannis and Turner with KPJ and AJ Green can't make a run you're not a serious
Boys use your brains, were they "that bad" last year or the year before or the year before? No. They've been a top 5 seed for 7 seasons with alllllll kinds of injuries, turnover etc.
Kuzma isn't starting. Giannis is in a lineup with 4 40% shooters. Giannis has always carried dilapidated bucks teams–even in the dame seasons because he honestly was awful here. Watch the games, look beyond the stats.
The guys on this team want to be here, blend well, they're cohesive. And Gianni's has repeatedly said he wants to retire in Milwaukee and he'll continue to evaluate each season. Giannis says this every year….
The Raptors are better then the Bucks??? Stop it 😂😂😂
At this point i realize for media and YouTubers its easier just to hate on the bucks and not do any objective researching or opinions, i realize a bunch of followers and bias fans 😂😂😂 really dont watch basketball its sad.