Giannis Antetokounmpo, otherwise known as the Greek Freak, is one of the best players in the league. After coming into the NBA as a raw talent in 2013, Antetokounmpo evolved into a dominant player that overwhelms defenders with his height and athleticism.
Though, Antetokounmpo is still the humble player he was during his rookie season. In fact, during the summer, Antetokounmpo expressed that he wants to workout with Lakers legend Kobe Bryant, per Eric Nehm of ESPN.
“When I go to that event, I'm going to try to sneak an opportunity to talk to him,” Antetokounmpo said. “I want to ask him if I can come to L.A. to work with him. “I saw an interview that he did. He did an interview recently where he said he is working out players this summer,” Antetokounmpo said. “I think one of the guys he works with in the summer is Kawhi Leonard, probably Jimmy Butler and Paul George. If you want to be really good in this league, that's what you've got to do,” Antetokounmpo said. “That's what you've got to do. Pick their mind and try to put something together with your personality and your mindset.
Antetokounmpo is currently averaging 27.6 points, 10.4 rebounds, and 4.7 assists. It would be incredible and scary if Antetokounmpo improves even more this summer. Unfortunately for his opponents, Bryant is an amazing work out partner. Leonard and Bryant worked out regularly in the past few summers, and Leonard's foot work and shot-making improved tremendously as a result.
If Antetokounmpo and Bryant get together this summer, hopefully the Bucks star can learn a thing or two and take the Bucks to the next level.