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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 […]

If you thought Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo was a scary athletic prospect, his 16-year-old brother is just as impressive. Alex Antetokounmpo has measured in with a 7-foot-2 wingspan, already just about equaling his older sibling’s measurements. Up close look at 16-year-old Alex Antetokounmpo’s shooting mechanics. The 6-6 wing is the youngest of the Antetokounmpo […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo and O.J. Mayo played together for a couple of years with the Milwaukee Bucks. Even though Mayo was suspended by the NBA because of a failed drug test, it seems like the former teammates are still in touch. Sunday, The Greek Freak expressed his pleasure with working out with the 2008 third overall pick. […]

Popular betting site Oddshark has released the betting odds for the MVP winner of the 2018-19 NBA season. The site listed the odds for 18 players in the league, and the players at the top are what most viewers predicted. Los Angeles Lakers superstar forward LeBron James tops the list at a +400, followed closely […]

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is unlike anyone the NBA has ever seen. His unique size and skill set are perfect for today’s NBA that puts an emphasis on positionless basketball. He can handle the ball, play on a wing, or size up defenders in the post. In fact, it’s difficult to nail down a […]

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to be unavailable to represent his native Greece for the World Cup Qualifiers in September, according to Yiannis Bouranis of TalkBasket. The Greek National Team is scheduled to play against Serbia and Georgia on Sept. 13 and 16, respectively, in the second round of the qualifiers, which could […]

LeBron James is arguably the greatest player of all-time, with an impressive basketball resume of 14 All-star appearances, a 14-time All-NBA selection, four-time MVP, three-time Finals MVP, three-time NBA champion, his list of accolades could probably go on. The former 1st overall pick of the 2003 NBA draft has career averages of 27.2 points, 7.4 […]

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo was not being modest when he responded to a question posed by EuroHoops about whether he thinks he’s the next face of the NBA. From his perspective, he’s bound to be the league’s top draw soon, a thought that he’s held on to the moment he hit the shores of […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo has a chance to take over the throne LeBron James left after bolting for the Los Angeles Lakers. Milwaukee Bucks new addition Brook Lopez thinks the title is Antetokounmpo’s to lose, as he has already put an impressive body of work over the last couple of seasons, leading the team in four of […]

Every NBA superstar has a weakness. They may be the best players in the world, but there’s at least one thing on the court each superstar struggles with. Reddit user, neautralfan, posted a list of NBA superstars with a weakness for each player. The post is as follows: The list covers 14 players including Kevin […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo has taken the NBA by storm during the past two seasons, but the youngest member of his family is already taking the right steps to surpass him. Alex Antetokounmpo, the youngest of five brothers, could make the dream come true if he is drafted into the NBA, completing a perfect 4-for-4 of the Antetokounbros […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo is looking to ramp up his 94 overall rating in NBA 2K19, but before he can do that, he will need to get stronger than his 6-foot-11, 222-pound frame indicates. The Greek Freak has now turned into what seems to be a new pastime, taking to his first boxing lesson and showing some […]

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is just one of the many NBA personalities that have sung praises for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James after recently leading the opening of his I Promise School in his native of Akron, Ohio. Antetokounmpo took to Twitter to express his admiration towards James, sharing how he sees the three-time […]

In his first five years in the league, Milwaukee Bucks All-Star forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has established himself as one of the premier players in the NBA. Antetokounmpo’s continued rise in his performance on the court this past season has helped him earn a 94 overall rating for NBA 2K19. The 23-year-old was told about his ranking […]

Over the past few weeks, the social media team at 2K Games has been revealing the overall ratings of players who are set to appear in their upcoming release of NBA 2K19. On Monday morning, 2K announced that Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo earned a 94 overall rating. 9⃣4⃣ Is @giannis_an34 now the best player […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo made tremendous strides during the 2017-18 season. The 23-year-old made another leap forward after winning the league’s Most Improved Player award for the 2016-17 season. Giannis’ smaller frame is something that many felt the Greek Freak needed to work on. Well, it looks like Antetokounmo has done some bulking up during the 2018 […]