Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers downplayed any trade rumors surrounding superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, noting how much communication the two have had this offseason with an eye toward next year.

While Milwaukee seems willing to do what it takes to keep Antetokounmpo happy, the rumors haven’t died down much, but they might soon. At Myles Turner’s introductory press conference, Bucks coach Doc Rivers gave a clear answer on the Antetokounmpo situation.

Giannis Antetokounmpo appears to have taken two teams off his list of possible future NBA landing spots. Antetokounmpo, whose current deal with he Milwaukee Bucks runs through the 2027-28 season, does not appear to be interested in playing for either of New York's pro teams, the Knicks and the Nets .