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Giannis Antetokounmpo getting traded to Heat in blockbuster deal, AP source says
By Tim Reynolds, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 23, 2026
· 5 min read
Giannis Antetokounmpo wants more championships. So do the Miami Heat.Their interests are officially aligned — and the Heat finally have another superstar.Ending a marathon watch for the next great Miami get, the Heat landed Antetokounmpo — a two-time NBA MVP and 10-time All-Star — from the Milwau...
Key takeaway Ending a marathon watch for the next great Miami get, the Heat landed Antetokounmpo — a two-time NBA MVP and 10-time All-Star — from the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night in exchange for a massive haul of players and draft picks.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
For Alamo Heights residents who follow the NBA, the blockbuster trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Miami Heat may seem like a distant development, but it has implications for the local sports landscape. The San Antonio Spurs, who play just a few miles from Alamo Heights, will now face an even more formidable opponent in the Heat, potentially affecting their chances in the league. As the Spurs look to rebuild and compete in the Western Conference, they will have to contend with a strengthened Eastern Conference powerhouse. This trade also sparks interest in how the Spurs will respond to the shifting balance of power in the NBA, potentially influencing their own roster moves and strategy. With the NBA draft unfolding, Alamo Heights basketball fans will be watching closely to see how the Spurs adapt to this new landscape and whether they can keep pace with the revamped Heat.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 23, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? Giannis Antetokounmpo wants more championships. So do the Miami Heat.Their interests are officially aligned — and the Heat finally have another superstar.Ending a marathon watch for the next great Miami get, the Heat landed Antetokounmpo — a two-time NBA MVP and 10-time All-Star — from the Milwau...
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