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May 13, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts after being called for a foul during the second quarter against the Boston Celtics during game six of the second round for the 2022 NBA playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
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May 13, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts after being called for a foul during the second quarter against the Boston Celtics during game six of the second round for the 2022 NBA playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Milwaukee Bucks superstar has taken the notice of all the NBA fans since he came to the league in 2013. The Greek Freak came a long way, from not wanting to play basketball to becoming the NBA MVP in consecutive years. The two-time NBA MVP won his first championship back in 2021. Antetokounmpo grew up in extreme poverty, and due to his immigrant status, it was even more difficult to make ends meet.
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He went from a lanky young kid to being so dominant on-court that he?d be complimented by legends like Shaquille O?Neal. He once jokingly mentioned how he?d easily defeat one of the most popular wrestlers in the world.
Giannis Antetokounmpo on The Rock
Back in 2019, Giannis Antetokounmpo took a funny jibe at wrestling legend and Hollywood superstar Dwayne Johnson. He also added how he could lift more than The Rock. Antetokounmpo responded with a funny Twitter banter, with the press asking how he?d fare against The Rock in a wrestling match.
"I'd kill him" – Giannis on if he could beat @TheRock in a wrestling match 😂
(via @Bucks)pic.twitter.com/GYKteNfHwO
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) January 5, 2019
?I?d Kill Him? the two-time MVP replied hysterically. He then clarified his joke and added he is a big fan of the WWE legend. Dwayne Johnson acknowledged the banter and had nothing but praise for the former MVP and the fans loved this exchange between the two.
“I’d kill him” 😂👊🏾
Love this dude. It’s why he’s an @NBA beast & the Bucks are #1 in the E.
But you don’t want this smoke, cuz I will slap your lips off into next week, son.
And by that I mean, let’s just get a workout in and enjoy some tequila after 😂🙏🏾👊🏾. https://t.co/gZcElqPYLd— Dwayne Johnson (@TheRock) January 5, 2019
Giannis?is one of the most dominant basketball players on-court, a menace to deal with. The two-time NBA MVP delivered a memorable performance in the 2021 NBA Finals winning his first Finals MVP.?
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The Milwaukee Bucks superstar has taken the NBA world by storm and is applauded by people like Shaquille O?Neal. The Los Angeles Lakers legend once mentioned how Antetokounmpo is the reincarnation of himself in the league, implying the player has similar qualities and dominating attitude. This is high praise from O?Neal.?
The Bucks have had an amazing start to the season, with a 6-0 record the team looks comfortable in their skin. Head coach Mike Budenholzer and his new assistant DeMarre Carroll seem to be on point with their squad.
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The Greek Freak seems to be at his best, averaging 33.8 PPG in the 2022-23 season so far. Even though the season has just started, it could be a sign of good things to come for the Bucks.
Do you think the Milwaukee Bucks are a contender this season? Let us know in the comments.
