In a recent interview, Giannis Antetokounmpo was asked which NBA legend he would rather play with for a Christmas Day game, and he chose Michael Jordan as his first choice.
This choice reflects Antetokounmpo’s respect and admiration for the basketball superstar.
Antetokounmpo’s decision to join forces with Jordan is a tribute to the latter’s incredible career and highlights the similarities between the two players. Both are known for their scoring prowess, with Jordan a six-time NBA champion and two-time Olympic gold medalist, while Antetokounmpo has won back-to-back MVP awards and could win a third straight title. Milwaukee Bucks.
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When he was asked which NBA legend he would team up with for a Christmas Day game, he said (at the 2:43 mark):
“I have to choose Michael Jordan, and if I could be teammates with Michael Jordan or Kobe Bryant for a day, it would be an honor if I had the opportunity to share the court with them.”
This dream matchup represented a generational contrast, showcased their scoring prowess, added excitement to the holiday event and highlighted Antetokounmpo’s respect and admiration for the two legends.
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP season and Bucks’ championship run
Giannis Antetokounmpo is coming off the highest-scoring season of his career, averaging 31.1 points, 11.8 rebounds and 5.1 assists while shooting 57.3% from the field as the Bucks have won seven straight.
He became one of only three players in NBA history and the first player since the 1972-73 season to average more than 30 points, 10 rebounds and 5 assists in a single season while shooting 50% from the field. . Antetokounmpo’s dominance led the Milwaukee Bucks to their first NBA championship in 50 years.
After a disappointing run in the 2023 playoffs, the Bucks made a huge splash this offseason by acquiring All-NBA guard Damian Lillard.
With Giannis Antetokounmpo locked up for the near future, the combination of Lillard and Antetokounmpo should have plenty of time to develop.