In a stunning blockbuster move that could reshape the NBA landscape, the Denver Nuggets have acquired Giannis Antetokounmpo, AJ Green, and Andre Jackson Jr. from the Milwaukee Bucks in exchange for Aaron Gordon, Cam Johnson, Jonas Valanciunas, Christian Braun, and a 2031 first-round pick swap.
The deal unites two former MVPs Nikola Jokić and Giannis forming one of the most dominant frontcourt duos in league history. For Denver, it’s a bold swing aimed squarely at dynasty status, pairing elite playmaking and rim dominance in a terrifying combination.
Milwaukee, meanwhile, retools its roster with proven depth and spacing. Gordon provides defensive versatility, Johnson adds elite shooting, and Valanciunas bolsters the interior, giving the Bucks balance and flexibility for a potential retool around Myles Turner
This trade instantly shifts the balance of power in both conferences and might just create the scariest pairing the NBA has ever seen.
Nuggets Starting Lineup
PG - Jamal Murray
SG - Bruce Brown
SF - Tim Hardaway Jr
PF - Giannis Antetoukoumpo
C - Nikola Jokic