Giannis Antetokounmpo Takes To Twitter To Speak Out About Bucks’ Recent Moves

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Giannis Antetokounmpo & Damian Lillard, Milwaukee Bucks.

The Milwaukee Bucks are one of the NBA teams that has been busy during the first 24 hours of free agency. Whether it is players leaving the team, getting waived, and others being acquired, their roster is undergoing some serious changes as we head into the summer months. Superstar player Giannis Antetokounmpo has his immediate future with the team up in the air, and took to social media to address some of his thoughts on Tuesday.

Giannis Comments On Recent Decisions By Bucks Front Office

On Monday, it was announced that Brook Lopez would be signing elsewhere. The big man spent the last seven seasons playing in Milwaukee, and became the longest tenured teammate of the Greek Freak. But his time with the Bucks has come to an end, marking the conclusion of a long run that included a championship in 2021.

On Tuesday morning, Antetokounmpo reposted a fan’s highlight tribute to Lopez, and added his own message. “My dinosaur” appeared in emoji form, a reference to Giannis’ nickname for his now-former running mate, which was followed by a prayer emoji.

Even bigger news broke the day after the opening of free agency. It was announced on Tuesday that the Bucks would be waiving Damian Lillard, who is set to miss the upcoming season as he rehabilitates his torn Achilles. According to NBA insider Chris Haynes, Antetokounmpo was “not pleased” with the team’s decision in the matter, and “didn’t like” how it was handled.

The two-time MVP took it upon himself to share his own thoughts. Upon learning about the Lillard news, Antetokounmpo posted a meme of himself celebrating his team’s 2021 championship, which had a caption that reads “I don’t know what’s going on right now, man.” The photo was accompanied by a message from Giannis that read “Mood” combined with a “100” emoji.

Antetokounmpo’s thoughts on the matter certainly affect the Bucks. There have been swirling rumors in recent months that the two sides could potentially be headed for a split, and that the roster happenings taking place over the summer could determine the player’s immediate future with the team.

There haven’t been any notable updates on the situation over the past few weeks, but the recent moves could have an impact on whether Giannis believes in the direction and construction of the team.