Giannis Antetokounmpo has battled injuries and trade rumors this season, but the two-time MVP has been a catalyst for the recent surge by the Milwaukee Bucks.

The NBA trade deadline is Feb. 5. Here is a tracker for any and all rumors and moves involving the Milwaukee Bucks.

Needing big stops down the stretch, Antetokounmpo took on the challenge of guarding LeBron James. The result? A big road win for the Bucks.

Multiple league sources have told the USA TODAY SPORTS NETWORK that the Bucks are interested in embattled point guard Ja Morant of the Memphis Grizzlies. Morant, 26, has served a suspension this year for conduct detrimental to the team. Morant is making $39.5 million this season, $42.2 million next season and $44.9 million in 2027-28.

Giannis Antetokounmpo blocked a shot by LeBron James and stole the ball from him on consecutive possessions in the final minute, and the Milwaukee Bucks blew a fourth-quarter lead before rallying for a 105-101 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.

Kevin Porter Jr. is producing statistically but the Bucks are better off shopping him before the trade deadline.

The Milwaukee Bucks secured a 105–101 road win over the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on Friday, and later Lakers star guard Luka Doncic took accountability for missed chances, admitting he fell short in crucial moments in the game.