?It?s Not the Same.. Legs Are Gone?: Partner?s Stark Criticism of Giannis Antetokounmpo Leads to Brutally Honest Admission

Giannis Antetokounmpo had a tough journey to the NBA. After an anxious process, he was the 15th pick in the 1st round of the NBA draft in 2013. It does seem like yesterday, but a long time has passed since we first saw the Greek Freak in the NBA. The Milwaukee Bucks superstar slowly but surely became a powerhouse, with insane dunking capabilities. Although the superstar is surpassing expectations this season, his partner isn’t that impressed. The 2020 NBA MVP revealed what she said.

Antetokounmpo missed an open dunk against the Washington Wizards on Tuesday. It is something unheard of from the 7-foot-tall superstar. Naturally, he was asked about it and he came up with a hilarious reply.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is yet to impress his wife this season as he accepts her criticism

The Greek Freak’s performances this season doesn’t seem to budge her wife’s opinion of his dunking skills. The 28-year-old demolished the Wizards on Tuesday but missed an easy dunk.?

When asked about the incident at the post-game press conference, Antetokounmpo decided to be honest.

“I got too excited,” said the 2020 NBA MVP. He further added “I got my significant other, She’s telling me ‘They don’t post you on-‘ What’s it called ‘House of Highlights anymore because you don’t dunk the ball. You don’t get as high as the young fellas’ “

The Bucks superstar apparently sheepishly replied to her, “I said ‘Yeah it’s not the same, I’ve been here for a decade now, the legs are gone’.”?

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This is a funny altercation even if it’s a joke or not because Antetokounmpo dropped 55 pts that night. Additionally, the Greek Freak seems to be improving every season. The Late 20s has been the peak for many players over the years and Antetokounmpo talking about him aging is slightly surprising. He might not be the same dunker as 5 years ago but his skills haven’t gone anywhere.

The Greek Freak has been in sublime form this season, helping the Bucks to the 2nd position in their conference.

Antetokounmpo and the Bucks in the 2022-23 season

The 28-year-old is in the form of his life currently, and in MVP contention. Antetokounmpo averages 32.7 PPG, 12.1 RPG and 5.4 APG in 32 games this season.

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The Bucks are comfortably placed in their conference as well, with a 25-13 record. But the team also had some difficulties recently. They’ve lost five of their last 11 games. It’ll be interesting to see how they fare in the postseason with this mixed bag of performances.