NBA Offseason Trade/Free Agent Rumors 2026: Antetokounmpo saga could drag on past draft, Kevin Love to Lakers

The NBA offseason is underway following the New York Knicks' championship, with a victory parade in Manhattan expected to draw over 1 million people on Thursday, June 18, 2026. Bucks co-owner Jimmy Haslam had set an informal deadline of the NBA Draft to resolve the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade situation, but insider Chris Haynes reports the saga could drag on past next Tuesday's draft and into free agency. Additionally, Trae Young has declined his player option and is now a free agent, while Kevin Love is reportedly heading to the Lakers.