Raptors rumored to go for “big fish” and based on Giannis strong relationship with Masai Ujiri and desire to stay in east there is mutual interest in a partnership.

In this scenario Bucks look for more of a rebuild then a retool by adding young pieces in Hawkins, Dick, and Missi while regaining much needed firsts from New Orleans to be able to build through the draft. They also acquire two expirings that could later be thrown in another deal in McCollum and Olynyk.

Pelicans desire is to try to be competitive as they build around Zion assuming he will still be with the team despite the off court drama. They add former Duke teammate RJ Barrett and a much needed experienced Center to the roster.

And before Bucks fans think they’ll be able to get Scottie Barnes, that would be wishful thinking because the Raptors won’t be moving on from him. And if Giannis demands a trade and specifically to the east then they take the best deal available and a deal that will best help them rebuild completely and not be stuck in mediocrity.