Giannis’ Miami Era Becomes Real: Trade Finalized, New No. 7 Jersey Revealed
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s blockbuster move to the Miami Heat took a definitive step forward in the last 48 hours, with the trade officially finalized and the two-time MVP selecting No. 7 as his new jersey number. The completed deal sends Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis and multiple future picks to Milwaukee for Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis, formally launching a new era in Miami and a retooling phase for the Bucks.
Giannis Picks No. 7 in Miami as Heat Era Officially Begins
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s move to Miami took on a more concrete form with two key developments in the last 48 hours: the trade becoming officially finalized and the two-time MVP choosing No. 7 as his new jersey number with the Heat.
Trade terms finalized and public
The long-anticipated blockbuster sending Antetokounmpo from Milwaukee to Miami was formally completed, ending his 13-season tenure with the Bucks and ushering in a new era for the Heat.
Reporting on the finalized deal details that Miami is sending a substantial package built around Tyler Herro, recent lottery pick Kel’el Ware, forward Jaime Jaquez Jr., guard Kasparas Jakucionis, and multiple future draft assets to Milwaukee. rappler.com The outgoing draft capital includes the No. 13 overall pick in 2026, additional first-round picks in 2031 and 2033, a 2030 pick swap, and a 2033 second-round selection, underscoring the scale of Miami’s all-in move. rappler.com
Milwaukee, in turn, is sending Giannis Antetokounmpo and forward Bobby Portis to the Heat, giving Miami a new franchise centerpiece and adding Portis’ frontcourt depth to the mix. rappler.com