When the Milwaukee Bucks traded for star point guard Damian Lillard, they were expected to take a massive jump in terms of NBA title contention. Milwaukee took a big risk by moving two-way player Jrue Holiday but they believed that the upside of Lillard would push them over the edge.

On Thursday, CBS Sports' Bill Reiter reported that if things continue to go badly for the Milwaukee Bucks, there is "growing confidence across the NBA" that Giannis Antetokounmpo could become available through a trade.

Darius Garland sank a 3-pointer with 45 seconds left and set up Jarrett Allen for a layup with 12.2 seconds remaining for the clincher as the Cleveland Cavaliers downed the visiting Milwaukee Bucks 116-114 on Monday.