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An NBA player in WWE sort of makes sense. Typically, NBA players are imagined on how they would fare in the NFL. However, if you think about it, a lot of traits from both sports can also translate to wrestling too. In all three, you would need size, strength, speed, technique, etc to succeed. Therefore, […]

Just like the rest of us, Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes has spent a lot of time under self-quarantine as well. But unlike the rest of us, Mahomes just recently got half a billion dollars richer. But might there be an NBA player that’s cut from the same superstar cloth as Mahomes? The big […]

22-year old Kostas Antetokounmpo is rarely in the spotlight. With his older brother Giannis’ 2019 NBA MVP stint and even older brother Thanasis’ tenure with the Milwaukee Bucks, this is no surprise. Nevertheless, today we’re going to look at some Kostas Antetokounmpo tattoos. Unlike his brother’s global success, Kostas in his collegiate years, only played […]

NBA Hall of Famer Jason Kidd is currently an assistant coach on the Los Angeles Lakers, where he gets to coach LeBron James. From 2014 to January of 2018 though, Kidd was the head coach of Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks. The franchise fired the Hall of Famer on Jan. 22 and multiple reports […]

The transformation of Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has been quite an amazing ride, and it seems that the 2019 NBA MVP isn’t done yet. The Athens native has come a long way from selling CDs and watches in the streets of Sepolia, now becoming one of the biggest international stars to hit the biggest […]

The Toronto Raptors have emerged as arguably the biggest surprise package of the 2019-20 season. Despite being the defending champs, not many expected them to be this good this term, especially considering the fact that they lost their best player, reigning Finals MVP Kawhi Leonard, over the summer. Nevertheless, the Raptors are comfortably sitting at […]

The NBA 2k brand has dominated the virtual arena and has captured basketball fans from across the globe. The unveiling of their annual cover athlete has been a major event and has given gamers something to look forward to come Fall. Let’s take a look at the most iconic NBA 2k covers since it’s 1999 […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has heard the hoopla surrounding the resumption of the 2019-20 NBA season and how it will go down in history as a questionable campaign. Halted for nearly five months due to the outbreak of the novel coronavirus, the NBA had no option but to suspend the season and leave the […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo will be once again fighting for the title when the NBA returns later this season, but he will have to do so knowing there won’t be a home-court advantage like the one his Milwaukee Bucks enjoyed last season. The resumption of the 2019-20 NBA season will put all 22 teams invited at a […]

The 2019 NBA free-agency class was one for the record books. As a matter of fact, many consider that summer’s class to be one of the best in history. Well, by the way things are looking, it seems the 2021 class could be even more stacked. Let’s take a look at the NBA free agents […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo is the epitome of player development. It speaks volumes to how much he has improved over the years. Therefore, let’s take a look at how he has worked on his game over the years and determine his three biggest critiques after his first season with the Milwaukee Bucks. 1. Too skinny Giannis was […]

Portland Trail Blazers superstar Damian Lillard is one of the few remaining guys in the NBA that puts an extremely high price on loyalty. He’s one of those lifers, and we definitely respect that. As of writing, Lillard has already signed a couple of huge extension deals with the Blazers, and barring any unforeseen circumstances, […]

While it’s true that the more strategic team usually wins basketball games, players’ physical advantages also pose a big factor in the outcome of NBA matches. We’ve seen scouts salivate over NBA prospects with ridiculous wingspans, but another rather underrated attribute is the size of a player’s hands. Having mittens for hands does pose a […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is without a doubt one of the most popular players in the NBA today. However, despite his fame, not many folks know that the 25-year-old was actually well on his way to a Hollywood acting career long before he played his first minute in the NBA. The Bucks star made […]

Vandals have just attacked a Giannis Antetokounmpo mural in his home country of Greece, and we were able to get a hold of a photo of the defaced piece of art. To make matters worse, the vandals decided to place a couple of Nazi symbols on the Milwaukee Bucks superstar’s arm. The act reportedly transpired […]

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is locked and loaded for the resumption of the NBA season, which is a scary sight for the rest of the NBA. Antetokounmpo suffered a knee injury after landing awkwardly on a dunk attempt against the Lakers on March 6. He did not play a game after that before the […]

Alex Antetokounmpo recently signed a three-year deal with Spanish outfit Murcia — something that has gotten the full backing of his brother, reigning NBA Most Valuable Player Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks. The Bucks superstar took to Twitter to share his delight in his younger brother’s huge career move: Big move @alex_ante34 I’m so […]

Teams in search of a head coach could hire Jason Kidd since the Hall of Famer has a close relationship with Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, per Steve Popper of Newsday. Kidd coached Antetokounmpo in Milwaukee and the two developed a strong bond. In fact, when the Bucks fired Kidd, multiple reports said the Greek […]

For Milwaukee Bucks swingman Pat Connaughton, NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo works out as if he’s a second-round role player — someone who needs to put in tons of work not just to stay in the team but to prove that he belongs with the big boys. Connaughton appeared in The JJ Reddick Podcast where he […]

Pat Connaughton of the Milwaukee Bucks pointed out one major similarity between his teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo and Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard. The All-Star guard appreciated the comparison and gave Connaughton one big shout out. Via Twitter, Lillard thanked Connaughton, calling him by his nickname. For those unaware, Connaughton was a member of both […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo is widely expected to sign what is reportedly going to be a record-breaking max extension with the Milwaukee Bucks as early as this coming offseason. The reigning league MVP has already committed himself to the Bucks on several occasions, and Milwaukee have likewise indicated their intention to offer their cornerstone superstar as much […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo leaving the Milwaukee Bucks to sign with the Golden State Warriors — it sounded completely absurd at first. However, as the weeks went by the rumor just wouldn’t go away. Moreover, the more you think about it, the more it makes sense — somewhat. For starters, let’s make one thing clear. Antetokounmpo himself […]

The NBA will enter uncharted waters when it resumes its 2019-20 season at Walt Disney World in Orlando, but one thing that is sure to happen is tampering, as 22 teams will be sequestered in the bubble with ample opportunities to line out trades. Here are five possible moves that can emerge from the Orlando […]

The Milwaukee Bucks had the best record in the NBA before the 2019-20 season was suspended in March. Led by MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Bucks have a great shot of winning the 2020 NBA title once the “bubble” games start on July 30 at Walt Disney World. However, it’s worth noting that Milwaukee was on […]

While much talk continues to surround the NBA regarding its decision to resume, there is one other key storyline worth monitoring: the future of the Milwaukee Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo. The reigning MVP will be a free agent next summer. The question continues to persist, will Antetokounmpo return to the Bucks or will he leave for […]

The Milwaukee Bucks had the best record in the NBA before the 2019-20 season was suspended in March. The team was 53-12 and looked primed once again for a deep playoff run. When basketball games resume at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, players from all 22 teams are going to be rusty. However, this […]

The Miami Heat were one of the 22 teams that were invited by the league to take part in the Orlando bubble. Nevertheless, this has not prevented team president Pat Riley from looking ahead beyond the current campaign. As it turns out, no less than league MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks and Indiana […]

Fans of the Milwaukee Bucks love Giannis Antetokounmpo, both for his stellar performance on the court as well as his character and leadership off the hardwood. Basketball is preparing for its eventual return, but until then, the “Greek Freak” just a man of the people. Giannis took part in a 1.5-mile march to protest racial […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo joined a peaceful protest on Saturday in Milwaukee. Sporting an “I Can’t Breathe” shirt, the Greek Freak delivered a strong message of unity to the crowd. “This is our city, man. We gotta come out here and support. We want change. We want justice. That’s why we’re out here. That’s […]

While NBA stars like LeBron James and Damian Lillard have all helped out the protests regarding the death of George Floyd and the police brutality and racial injustice present in the U.S., Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has found a way to help the protesters in his own way. Per a video by Hannah Jewell […]

Many consider Giannis Antetokounmpo — the reigning league MVP — as one of, if not the best player in the game today. This does not seem to be the case to retired former NBA champion Kendrick Perkins, who believes that Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis is better than Giannis. Big Perk took to Twitter […]

Previously, Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce took a lot of flak for claiming that in his mind, Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James is not a Top 5 player in NBA history. Pierce has now taken another shot at LeBron, but this time around, the retired 10-time All-Star has come out to say that Giannis […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo recently filed a trademark lawsuit seeking for $2 million in damages. As it turns out, this was far from the only one filed by Giannis’ camp. As a matter of fact, the reigning league MVP has filed 13 trademark lawsuits over the past year related to his “Greek Freak” brand. […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar small forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has agreed to terms with sports nutrition maker Ready Nutrition in a deal that will grant the 2018-19 NBA MVP part ownership of the company, per Jabari Young of CNBC. Ready Nutrition didn’t give an exact amount for Antetokounmpo’s investment but said it’s in the six-figure range, per Young: […]

Damian Lillard had quite the curious reason for picking Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James to be this season’s MVP over frontrunner Giannis Antetokounmpo. The likely two-horse race should be decided once the 2019-20 season resumes or moves into the postseason, with the award likely being presented after the NBA Finals, as it’s become recently […]

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is unlike most NBA superstars before him. The reigning MVP possesses incredible size, length, athleticism and skill — a blend which has helped him lead the Bucks to new heights in the last two seasons. This blend also birthed a new nickname, one that paired his nationality with his unique […]

It’s no secret that the Miami Heat are targeting Giannis Antetokounmpo when he hits free agency in the summer of 2021. But so do 29 other teams around the Association. The Heat certainly have a shot of luring the reigning NBA MVP away from the Milwaukee Bucks. However, that will depend on the timing of […]

The NBA could soon decide to resume after a long hiatus since March 11. Brooklyn Nets point man Spencer Dinwiddie recently leaked the potential date in which the season could resume: July 15. Dinwiddie hinted there would be three weeks of training camp before the league resumes the rest of the 2019-20 regular season and […]

Get the cigars ready, because reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is already planning to party like none other than the GOAT himself, Michael Jordan, when his Milwaukee Bucks finally win a championship. It’s not just going to be an ordinary bash, but it’s going to be all the way in Mykonos, complete with those cigars. Antetokounmpo […]