Giannis Antetokounmpo has amassed a fortune while dominating at the highest level. However, things didn’t come easy for the 2-time MVP. The Greek Freak had to emerge from major obscurity to become the roaring success story that he is today.
Despite his riches, Giannis’ humility is what strikes out the most about his personality. His simplicity and commitment to his roots continue to captivate hearts everywhere, making him a fan favorite for eternity. All of these traits serve mainly to highlight his commitment and loyalty to the Milwaukee Bucks.
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He has never been bashful in voicing his conviction that Milwaukee is the greatest environment for him. From the moment he was taken 15th overall in 2013 by the Bucks, his loyalty for the franchise runs deep in his veins. Everyone in the league knows where his heart lies, but once again he made the notion clear.
Giannis Antetokounmpo left speechless by a bizarre question; calls LA “expensive and loud”
People and cameras follow Giannis Antetokounmpo wherever he goes. This time was no exception. He was in Los Angeles and was surrounded by people holding cameras to his face as he walked out from dinner with his family.
When the mob encircled Giannis, he was carrying his asleep kid in his arms. Ignoring the crowd, he walked directly to his van to drop off his child before returning to greet the fans.
Giannis has previously said that LA was too expensive and that the city was not for him. The same person who questioned him about Los Angeles, prompting the above response from him, was there in the crowd. As he reminded Giannis of calling LA expensive the last time the two interacted, a Lamborghini roared down the road. This spurred Giannis to remark, “LA is too expensive and too loud.”
Well, it’s hard not to agree with Giannis. Everything in Los Angeles is far more expensive than Milwaukee. That should not be an issue for a worldwide star athlete like Giannis, though, who generates millions both on and off the court. But it’s his humility that shines through.
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As Giannis was about to leave, the same fan asked him a question that left him speechless. He asked whether the city could afford him to play for any of the Los Angeles franchises, giving him two options: “Lakers or Clippers.” Giannis went back into his van without saying a word, showcasing his respect for the Milwaukee Bucks.
We'll be back Milwaukee.. Thank you for a great season!! 🙏🏾💪🏾 pic.twitter.com/ZKNeW5962N
— Giannis Antetokounmpo (@Giannis_An34) May 17, 2022
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Does this imply Giannis will never play for any of the Los Angeles teams? Of course, his unmatched loyalty towards the Bucks prohibits us from reaching that answer. But who?knows? With LA being a popular destination for star?athletes and this being the NBA, anything is possible.