As the Milwaukee Bucks face a crossroads, Giannis Antetokounmpo's future could ignite the most seismic shift in the NBA since ...

Looking ahead, NBA executives widely expect Khris Middleton to exercise his $33.35 million player option for the 2025-26 season. Marcus Smart, meanwhile, has an expiring $21.59 million deal for ...

Middleton has had a lot of experience in the NBA. That experience helped the Wizards throughout the season. Middleton financially has the ball in his court this summer for his future in the NBA.

The two-time MVP shared a close relationship with Middleton, whom many around the NBA described as “family” to Giannis. That personal connection played a significant role in his reaction.