Toronto Raptors global ambassador and hip-hop icon Drake was playing mind games with the Milwaukee Bucks at Scotiabank Arena on Tuesday night, boldly flashing an NBA championship belt along with a WWE belt as he sat courtside for the intense battle. Giannis Antetokounmpo, however, did not seem to mind.
After helping his team escape with a convincing 108-97 win over the defending champions, Antetokounmpo addressed Drake's futile attempt at trolling his team.
“I didn't notice that. I just found out about it,” The Greek Freak admitted post-game. “I'm in the game, I'm just locked-in. I really don't look at fans and what they do and all that”.
“He (Drake) cares about me. I really don't. I'm just here to win games and help my team win”.
"I'm just here to win games and help my teammates." pic.twitter.com/UBtTVU5KWQ
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) February 26, 2020
Giannis Antetokounmpo had another fine performance against the Raptors, finishing with 19 points, 19 rebounds, and eight dimes in 38 minutes. The victory also sealed the Bucks' 50th win of the season and stretched their streak to four games.
Milwaukee, of course, has had a love affair with professional wrestling this season. Led by Giannis, the team has been figuring in WWE-esque promos before games just to loosen up. Drake obviously knew that and wanted to send a message with his belts.
The Bucks and Raptors do share some history together, after the latter eliminated Milwaukee in last year's Eastern Conference finale.
Both teams are once again strong contenders for the Larry O'Brien trophy and are in prime position to once again meet in the postseason.
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