Giannis Antetokounmpo has revealed his true ambitions for the NBA Cup this yr, because the Greek Freak seems to construct a legacy that his children can look again on.
Bucks & Giannis Wanting To Construct Legacy
The NBA Cup last takes place on Tuesday evening and whereas the prize cash could inspire many of the gamers on the court docket, it’s one thing that Giannis Antetokounmpo isn’t occupied with proper now.
“Personally, I attempt not to consider the cash. For the sport, I really like enjoying basketball…
“[It’s] creating extra moments that I can bear in mind. Creating extra legacy for myself or one thing that my children can look again to and say, ‘Rattling, my dad was a foul motherf*cker when he used to play”, he continued.
In fact Giannis has already created a legacy for himself by his first 12 seasons within the NBA with Milwaukee, having been named MVP in each 2019 and 2020 and NBA champion in 2021 amongst different achievements.
The Bucks face off with OKC on Tuesday within the NBA Cup last and whereas Giannis could also be assured coming into the sport, his staff is at present +175 underdogs to win based on the greatest on-line sportsbooks.
Regardless of being underdogs, the Bucks have gained all six of their cup video games up to now in 2024 and it might be silly to rule them out of competition.
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Antetokounmpo Chasing LeBron James
With a win on Tuesday evening Antetokounmpo may be part of LeBron James and turn out to be the one different participant to be topped MVP twice, Finals MVP and win the NBA Cup all through his profession.
Talking forward of Tuesday’s last, the Greek Freak acknowledged LeBron’s achievement from final season and credited the 39-year-old for ‘paving the best way’ for him on this yr’s cup.
“I am going on the market, attempt to compete, play at a excessive stage and attempt for steady enchancment. I imagine that if you happen to method the sport with that mindset, milestones like reaching the NBA Cup last or successful the championship will naturally fall into place,” added Antetokounmpo.
“LeBron type of set the trail for us, set the blueprint for us. We’ve simply obtained to comply with.”
Giannis has been sturdy all through the Cup up to now and he has led the best way for Milwaukee averaging 31.4 factors, 8.4 rebounds, 7.2 assists within the competitors.
