Ranking every Milwaukee Bucks player by trade likelihood

Dec 13, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) gets a pass away
Dec 13, 2023; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) gets a pass away / Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
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No. 11 - Thanasis Antetokounmpo

Obviously, a Thanasis Antetokounmpo trade is quite unlikely, but not because he is an all-world player or one of the team's most valuable pieces. Though he doesn't play a ton, Thanasis has become a nice locker room piece for this team, serving as a vocal presence at all times. No matter what fans believe, locker room and bench guys are important.

The Bucks certainly won't be doing anything to possibly make Giannis upset, especially as it seems like their relationship has never been better than it is now. If they needed salary filler in a trade, there are several other options they could turn to before including Thanasis. Some fans might not like it, but it's simply true.

No. 10 - Andre Jackson Jr.

Is this one controversial? Has Andre Jackson Jr. really earned this status this quickly into his rookie season? In the eyes of many, perhaps. A second round pick in this past draft, Jackson has become a nice rotational piece for the Bucks early on, giving the team a huge spark off of the bench. While his role is still constantly changing, it seems like the team has really started to use him more lately.

Sure, if the Bucks are looking to upgrade, Jackson is a piece that could captivate other teams, and something will have to give. However, the Bucks made it a priority to add youth this off-season, and it seems like they may have gotten a draft-day steal in Jackson. They may want to keep the young wing and develop him moving forward, as the potential is limitless.