Giannis Antetokounmpo Joins Michael Jordan in Rarefied Air With 7?1? Giant Leading the Way

It isn’t often that a player joins the upper echelon of NBA history before even turning 30. While the league sees many great players, only a few can enter the all-time discussions early in their careers. However, the modern league has seen 2 players elevate to that status in quick succession. Nikola Jokic and Giannis Antetokounmpo. While the triumph of The Joker is still relatively fresh, Giannis is doing a good job reminding everyone of his dominance. And, with a remarkable Michael Jordan tying performance, his statement is becoming crystal clear.

However, Jordan and Antetokounmpo aren’t the only names on that list.

Giannis Antetokounmpo enters Michael Jordan territory

The Milwaukee Bucks aren’t off to an ideal start. Despite trading for Damian Lillard, a move that made them title favorites, the first dividends haven’t been perfect. Instead, the team is struggling to break even in the win column. But, it hasn’t been due to Milwaukee’s ace.

Since the start of the season, Giannis Antetokounmpo has been on a remarkable pace. While his offense is its usual dominant self, his defense might have taken another leap. For a former Defensive Player of the Year, that is saying something. But, roster issues and depth have led the Bucks to a middling record. Their latest match against the Indiana Pacers might serve as a distinct example.

Antetokounmpo was thoroughly dominant in the outing. With 54 points on 19/25 shooting, The Greek Freak was at his best. In the process, he even equaled Michael Jordan for the most games with 50 or more points on 75% and above shooting splits.

While Jordan finished his career with 3 such outings over 15 years, Antetokounmpo is well on his way to surpassing the Chicago Bulls legend’s number. However, there is one other name on top of the list.

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But, his inclusion or placement isn’t a surprise.

The Stilted?record books

While the NBA has seen some truly unique, dominant talents, no one dominated the league quite like Wilt Chamberlain.

Philadelphia superstar’s name is present on virtually every record imaginable. According to some media experts, the NBA record books are Wilt’s autobiography. So, to find him on top of this list with nearly 3 times as many games as Jordan and Giannis isn’t completely surprising. In fact, even Shaquille O’Neal was once fooled due to the legacy of Chamberlain.

However, it is eye-opening to the level of dominance?The Stilt?had. But, with Antetokounmpo still in the middle of his prime, could he catch up to Chamberlain?

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And more importantly, will team success follow? Otherwise, like Wilt himself, the narrative around The Greek Freak?could take an ugly u-turn.