Knicks Trade Set Stage for Heat’s Giannis | Miami Heat News

The Miami Heat’s Giannis Antetokounmpo sweepstakes may owe a surprising debt to the New York Knicks — who, by trading for Mikal Bridges in a massive package years ago, essentially burned their own assets that could’ve landed them the superstar. The Knicks’ all-in move included three players, four first-round picks, and more, leaving them unable to outbid Miami when Giannis became available. While the Knicks won a title and Miami got their star, the ripple effect of that Bridges trade quietly paved the way for Miami’s blockbuster win — a wild twist of NBA fate. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/418eeadf0f928d3c