It recently became clear that the Milwaukee Bucks would keep Giannis Antetokounmpo through the NBA trade deadline, ending months of speculation about a potential move. That choice extended a storyline that has gripped the league since last summer, as uncertainty continues to surround the Bucks direction and their long term plan.
After the deadline passed, Antetokounmpo faced backlash from some fans following the announcement of his partnership with Kalshi, a prediction market that offers sports related trading. Many viewed the timing as tone deaf, especially with the trade deadline ending without the blockbuster move so many had anticipated.
I'm proud and honored to partner with my friend @alexisohanian, joining the ownership group of @ChelseaFCW, a historic club built on passion, excellence, and a winning culture. Chelsea’s history speaks for itself, and I’m excited to contribute to the future by supporting… pic.twitter.com/LEzNakL9Rd
— Giannis Antetokounmpo (@Giannis_An34) February 8, 2026
The Greek Freak has now revealed another off court move, as he will join the ownership group of Chelsea FC Women moving forward.
Giannis Antetokounmpo joins Chelseas FCW’s ownership group
“I’m proud and honored to partner with my friend @alexisohanian, joining the ownership group of @ChelseaFCW, a historic club built on passion, excellence, and a winning culture. Chelsea’s history speaks for itself, and I’m excited to contribute to the future by supporting continued growth and impact in women’s sport. This is about ambition, legacy, and pushing the game to new heights. Up the Chels! 🦁 💙” Giannis wrote in his post on X (formerly Twitter).
The move likely is amazing for Antetokounmpo and his camp, but it falls well short of what Bucks fans and many around the league hoped to hear about a future Hall of Famer at this stage of the season.
Reports indicated that several teams pursued Antetokounmpo over the past few weeks, but none presented an offer strong enough to force Milwaukee’s hand.
It now falls on the Bucks to determine its direction for the rest of the season, with the team potentially better served by prioritizing losses to improve its draft position, even though it will only receive the lesser of its own pick or New Orleans’ selection.
