“I’m pretty sure that Portland would do a couple …

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NBA insider Shams Charania suggests the Portland Trail Blazers would still pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo in a trade despite uncertainty about a long-term extension, offering multiple starters and a first-round pick. The steep asking price reflects Milwaukee's leverage, the Bucks won't settle for rotational depth and draft capital. Charania implies Portland views acquiring the two-time MVP as worth the risk, even without guarantee he'd stay long-term.