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Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo reacted to his poster dunk on Sacramento Kings center Kosta Koufos after their Sunday matchup. First, here’s a clip of the dunk made even better by the music that’s been added. https://twitter.com/WorldWideWob/status/1059219141972934657 Now, here is what Antetokounmpo has to say about the poster dunk, via the Bucks’ official Twitter account: “He’s […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo was held out of Monday night’s game against the Toronto Raptors with a concussion. The Greek Freak endured the injury in last Saturday night’s contest against the Orlando Magic and even said he blacked out momentarily after it happened. However, Antetokounmpo has been cleared to return and will play against […]

Golden State Warriors All-Star Stephen Curry and Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo have been playing at an unbelievable level so far this season, and they were just rewarded for their efforts. The NBA announces that Milwaukee #Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo (24.8 PPG, 13.0 RPG, 5.3 APG) and Golden State #Warriors guard Stephen Curry (36 PPG, 30 […]

The NBA will make history tonight as two of the top Eastern Conference teams will go head-to-head tonight. Per @EliasSports: Tonight’s match up between the Bucks (6-0) and Raptors (6-0) will mark the first time in NBA history that two teams enter with a record of 6-0 or better. I’ll be covering the game for […]

The Toronto Raptors are scheduled to face the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday night, but it sounds like they’ll be doing so without the services of Kawhi Leonard, according to a report from Shams Charania of The Athletic. According to Charania, the Raptors have elected to hold Leonard out of Monday’s game for rest. Toronto is […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo took an elbow to the head in the Milwaukee Bucks’ Saturday night game against the Orlando Magic. He said he blacked out after taking the elbow, but he is showing no signs of a concussion yet. Giannis said he blacked out after taking elbow to head. Doesn’t remember much from game but said all […]

Philadelphia 76ers point-forward Ben Simmons liked a comment on Instagram that said Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo can’t guard the Sixers phenom. Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks defeated Ben Simmons and the Sixers this past Wednesday by a final score of 123-108. The Greek Freak finished with 32 points, 18 rebounds, and 10 assists, while the reigning […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo has, without a doubt, transformed the Milwaukee Bucks into the NBA’s most promising teams. And their 25-point halftime lead on the road against the Minnesota Timberwolves is good proof. This is the largest road halftime lead since Antetokounmpo’s first season in 2013. Bucks lead the Wolves by 25 at the half, which is their […]

The Milwaukee Bucks poured in 49 points in the second quarter of their 123-108 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers, marking the Bucks’ third highest-scoring quarter in franchise history and their best since 1991. Bucks' 49-point 2nd quarter vs. 76ers is the third highest scoring quarter in franchise history#FearTheDeer #NBA #NBATwitter — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) October 25, […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo got a piece of history in their Friday night win over the Indiana Pacers. The so-called Greek Freak already had 25 points, 15 rebounds, and five assists midway through the final quarter of the game, and in doing so, he became only the second player in league history to achieve […]

The rise of Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has been downright astronomical. While most would claim that they had known early on that this kid was going to be special, very few could honestly say that they were certain that the 23-year-old was going to be this good, this soon. However, a Warriors player apparently […]

As each passing day inches us closer to the greatest spectacle in basketball, the excitement just continues to build towards the NBA season opener. For fans and wannabe GM’s that also means that the excitement of fantasy basketball season will be upon us. Before fantasy teams go head-to-head and get locked-and-loaded in their leagues, let us […]

On Friday night, Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo learned a thing or two about taking the good and the bad in the NBA. Late in the second quarter of the Bucks’ preseason matchup with the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves, Antetokounmpo raced down the floor with the ball and made Timberwolves big man Gorgui Dieng look like […]

As the NBA pros work really hard and prepare on their game with the season opener just right around the corner, it means only one thing for every avid rabid NBA GM enthusiast, the time for fantasy basketball is once again upon us. With each fantasy team stocking up on each position, we look at […]

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is a Swiss army knife, and NBA GM’s are taking note of his value. Last year, the NBA GM survey shocked the world when 29 percent of the voters selected Karl-Anthony Towns as the league’s best building block. This year, Towns didn’t even crack the top six. Antetokounmpo surged to […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is happy his friend and former teammate Jabari Parker got paid this summer. Parker signed a two-year, $40 million deal with the Chicago Bulls in July. The second year of the contract is a team-option, essentially giving Parker a one-year tryout with Chicago to prove he can stay healthy and be […]

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo took to his Instagram account to write a heart-warming letter to honor his late father, Charles Antetokounmpo: “It’s been a year daddy, so many things have happened since the day you left for a better place and I know you been watching down on us with a smile just like […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo signed a four-year, $100 million extension with the franchise in 2016, and can’t enter the open market until 2021 when he becomes an unrestricted free agent. When he does become a free agent, one former NBA general manager strongly believes The Greek Freak will leave Milwaukee for a big-market team. “It’s […]

There was once a time that height was might in the NBA, with franchises needing a talented big man to anchor a successful run in the league. Nowadays, the thought seems like ancient history with the modern space and pace game of the NBA. As the game leans toward being more positionless and guard-centric, the […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo is ready to take control of the Eastern Conference this season. The Milwaukee Bucks’ budding superstar took the next step towards an MVP last season and many are pegging the Greek Freak to win the league’s top individual honor this season. “I’m an MVP of life, but at the end of the day, […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks fell short of their ultimate goal last year. The Boston Celtics got in their way. The Bucks fell to the Boston Celtics, but the Milwaukee star still felt like the Bucks were the better team. "I'm an MVP of life. I've done something to help my family…"@Giannis_An34 on the Playoffs, […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has been working diligently this offseason to improve his 3-point shot, and The Greek Freak says he’s going to shoot more shots from beyond the arc this season. Last season, Antetokounmpo led the NBA in points in the paint per game, scoring 15.7. His long strides and freakish athleticism allow him to […]

There is no bigger honor in basketball than being a part of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Imagine having your name called for your contributions in your league and how it has affected the world of basketball, there must be no feeling in the world that could top the esteem that this prestige […]

The Greek basketball federation’s president, Giorgos Vasilakopoulos, has strong feelings about Giannis Antetokounmpo and his recent decisions to not play for the national team. There’s a rift between the two, and Vasilakopoulos blames Antetokounmpo’s agent for the issues, though last year the attacks were lobbed at the Milwaukee Bucks. Giannis’ agent, Giorgos Panou, spoke with […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has killer instinct on the hardwood that is unmatched by most basketball players. Antetokounmpo was selected No. 15 overall in the 2013 NBA Draft as a nobody, but has ascended to superstardom in no time flat. He has already been named an All-Star twice in his five-year career. His ability […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo isn’t letting any labels distract him from focusing on his ultimate goal: winning. In an interview with Jarrel Harris of Sports Illustrated, Antetokounmpo was asked what it means to him that people are now saying that he is the best player in the East. Below was the 6-foot-11 forward’s […]

The Golden State Warriors are the pioneers and gold standard when it comes to concocting a devastating positionless lineup. The Death Lineup, as it is rightly called, has killed the competition en route to three championships so far. Since its proven success, other teams are following suit on modern positionless basketball on their lineups. While […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has signed a deal with JBL Audio. As reported by Darren Rovell of ESPN, Antetokounmpo is now officially part of the JBL Audio family. He will join fellow NBA stars Stephen Curry, Kristaps Porzingis, and Andre Drummond as endorsers of the brand. After Beats scored NBA headphone sponsorship, @JBLaudio is striking back. […]

Even if Jason Kidd only coached the Milwaukee Bucks for four underwhelming seasons, he seems to have left a lasting impression on superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. As he was welcomed into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame just today, the Greek Freak sent his former coach a heartfelt message through his official Twitter account. Congrats […]

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is ecstatic after the league dropped restrictions on sneakers apparel, now no longer having to match the NBA team’s uniform colors. Players often release their own signature shoes in a variety of colors, but only get to wear so many different variations due to the rules in place. Players will […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokonmpo is a cover athlete for NBA 2K19, the hottest basketball video game on the market at the moment. Antetokounmpo has transformed into one of the premier players in the entire league, and told CBS News he is honored to be the first international player to grace the cover. “Growing up, […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is firmly supporting Sterling Brown in response to the violent arrest his teammate endured in January by Milwaukee police. In an interview with CBS News, the two-time NBA All-Star said, “I’m going to have his back no matter what. What I saw from the video was disturbing.” The Milwaukee Police […]

Magnificent and rare, unicorns are legendary mystical creatures according to folklore. Just like the strange horned creatures, the NBA has coined the term “Unicorn” for a rare kind of player possessing the unique physical gifts and the talent to be above the rest. This type of player is a prime example of limitless basketball potential. […]

In LeBron James’ absence, conventional wisdom dictates the Boston Celtics, Toronto Raptors or Philadelphia 76ers will take his place as rulers of the Eastern Conference. Even if Kawhi Leonard departs Toronto as a free agent next summer, the Celtics and 76ers appear poised to reign supreme over the East for the next half-decade. So long […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is looking to take his game to the next level, as he is working out with NBA legend and former Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant this summer. https://www.instagram.com/p/BnH5V-EFrEQ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link Bryant has been busy this offseason, as young stars have requested his services to work out and pick his brain in […]

Milwaukee Bucks talisman Giannis Antetokounmpo was the best clutch performer of the 2017-18 season, as his crisp 75 percent finishing rate proved to be tops in the NBA when leading by one possession. The Greek Freak was able to keep his team in front and extend leads with as little as a one-point advantage, doing […]

The Milwaukee Bucks have a new home at Fiserv Forum. The players and fans are already making themselves feel right at home. The team hosted a block party for the fans to get their first look at the new arena. Over 64,000 fans were on hand for the @FiservForum Open House and Bucks Block Party […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo will not play for his native Greece this off-season, as the National Team prepares for their second round World Cup qualifiers in September.  The Greek Basketball Federation today announced the 14 players that will make up the roster as they gear up to face Serbia next month, featuring his brother Thanasis […]

The Dallas Mavericks went all in on European wonder kid Luka Doncic at the 2018 NBA draft, as they look build a foundation in the hopes of again challenging for an NBA championship in the future. With the acquisition of Doncic, the 19-year-old will now team up with explosive guard Dennis Smith Jr. in the […]