‣ Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard played their first game together with the Bucks and won against the Los Angeles Lakers in a preseason game.
‣ Antetokounmpo sees Lillard as a “little version” of himself and has already learned a lot from him on the court.
‣ Lillard appreciates playing with Antetokounmpo because of his dominance and ability to win games.
‣ Antetokounmpo believes that Lillard’s arrival is a positive step towards signing his contract extension with the Bucks.
‣ Antetokounmpo is not comfortable and is continually seeking to improve and surround himself with winners.
“I’ve never seen someone double-teamed on the 1st play of the game. It was a surprise. It’s a preseason game. Not a playoff game, not a regular season game, not an in-season tournament game, or a play-in game.”
– Giannis on Dame
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral)
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Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard recently shared the court for the first time as teammates for the Bucks, and the duo did not disappoint. In their preseason victory against the Los Angeles Lakers, Giannis showcased his skills with 16 points and 8 rebounds in just 15 minutes, while Lillard contributed 14 points, 3 assists, and 4 steals in 22 minutes.
The chemistry between the two stars was evident from the start, with Giannis even referring to Lillard as a “little version” of himself, but in the guard position. Despite their age difference, the Greek international acknowledged that he has already learned a lot from Lillard and is excited for their future as teammates.
Lillard also expressed his appreciation for playing alongside someone as dominant as Giannis. He recognized the advantage of having another player who can single-handedly take over a game. The Blazers superstar was particularly pleased with the early plays, where he was double-teamed but could confidently pass the ball to Giannis, knowing he could handle the pressure.
Signing Lillard was a strategic move for the Bucks, as it is seen as a step towards securing Giannis’ contract extension. In the past, there were speculations about the Greek forward’s future in Milwaukee, but with the addition of Lillard, he feels more determined to stay and compete for championships. Giannis emphasized the importance of being surrounded by like-minded individuals who strive for greatness.
Despite the Bucks’ success in recent years, Giannis remains hungry for more. He firmly stated that he is not comfortable and wants the same level of dedication and ambition from everyone on the team. As he enters his prime at 28 years old, Giannis is focused on giving his best and bringing a championship to Milwaukee.
The upcoming season promises an exciting partnership between Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard. With their skills and determination, the Bucks have high hopes for their title-contending aspirations. Fans in Milwaukee can expect nothing less than greatness from this dynamic duo.
