The Bucks secured their spot in the In-Season Tournament semifinals after taking down the visiting Knicks with a 146-122 win on Tuesday. Tonight, as the semifinals tip off at Las Vegas, they will meet the Pacers for a head-to-head game, with the hopes of winning the match and advancing to the finals.
At the Bucks’ In-Season Tournament Semifinals media conference, big man Giannis received a heartwarming birthday surprise that prompted him to say the NBA is his second family. Now, having already won a Championship and ring, and many other accolades along the way, the now 29-year-old Giannis was asked what winning the In-Season tournament would feel like. His reply is hilarious!
Giannis thinks he is better than “them”
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"Whoever’s gonna win this thing is gonna have one-up on Michael Jordan, Larry Bird, Magic Johnson, Kobe, Shaq…so I guess I’m better than them (laughs).”
Giannis setting the tone in Vegas for the in-season tournament pic.twitter.com/2H515dQ4nF
— Eurohoops (@Eurohoopsnet) December 7, 2023
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The expectations for the semifinals in the Sin City
We are now down to four teams who will battle it out to earn a spot in the finals. While the Bucks will play against the Pacers, the Lakers, and the Pelicans will have a showdown in the same city. Two teams will emerge victorious from these games, to meet for the final match on Saturday. Then the first-ever in-season Champions in the history of the league will be crowned.
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While the Bucks (15-6) are currently leading the Central Division and boast a strong offense, the Pacers won’t be a walk in the park either. Nevertheless, the heavily anticipated match-off will be an interesting one to watch, so sit tight and enjoy. Stay connected with us for the latest news and updates on your favorite athletes!
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