Giannis Antetokounmpo Gives Thumbs Down To Bucks Fans

Giannis met boos at Fiserv Forum with two thumbs down during Tuesday’s 139-106 loss to Minnesota, then told reporters, "I play basketball for my teammates. I play basketball for myself and my family." He insisted he will not demand a trade, saying, "There will never be a chance, and there will never be a moment that I will come out and say I want a trade." Still, the image cuts deep as the 17-23 Bucks slip to 11th in the East and trade talk keeps swirling. Merlin sees a proud leader pushed to the edge but not ready to burn bridges. The gesture is less a breakup and more a warning flare. If losses continue, the front office may choose action over words and the story will shift from rumor to real choices.