Apr 29, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard (2) defends during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images / Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Should the Boston Celtics tank if they can't trade for Milwaukee Bucks star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo? The Celtics are in a bit of a reset season after star Boston forward Jayson Tatum went down with an Achilles tendon injury in the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

At this stage of his career, Westbrook is looking to join a title contender as a ring-chasing veteran. With injuries to Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum and Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton, the Eastern Conference is as wide open as it has ever been in recent years.