
The Milwaukee Bucks made a blockbuster trade to acquire superstar guard Damian Lillard, forming a formidable duo with Giannis Antetokounmpo. However, in a surprising turn of events, the Boston Celtics emerged as potential winners in this trade. Lillard’s desire to leave Portland led to a complex three-team trade involving eight players and three future first-round draft picks. The Bucks gave up valuable assets to get Lillard, notably Jrue Holiday, a key player during their 2021 NBA Finals victory.