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Giannis Antetokounmpo Completes Kobe Bryant’s Challenge After Leading Milwaukee Bucks to 2021 NBA Championhip
The Milwaukee Bucks are a city of champions once again after 50 years. The Fiserv Forum is bursting as Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks seal the deal in Game 6. Phoenix Suns fought hard till the end, but Giannis was too much to handle.
Giannis Antetokounmpo is now a NBA champion and a finals MVP. He said that he does not want to called MVP until he wins the championship. Now, he rose to the occasion on the biggest stage. From the first quarter, the Freak made it clear that he is here to win. He lived up to the expectations set on him by none other than Kobe Bryant.
Giannis Antetokounmpo achieves what Kobe set for him
In 2019, after Giannis’ first MVP, Kobe Bryant said Giannis Antetokounmpo has a championship for him next. While it took 2 years, he finally won the elusive title. Moreover, he did it in one of the best ways possible.
My man….M.V.P. Greatness. Next up: Championship. #MambaMentality https://t.co/dhZTFI1Aam
— Kobe Bryant (@kobebryant) June 25, 2019
Giannis scored 50 points in the championship game against the Suns. He is now tied for the 6th most points scored in a NBA finals game. He scored 20 points in a quarter for the second time in the series. In addition, he was at his best from the free throw line missing just 2 of his 19 free throws tonight.
Jul 17, 2021; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) shoots the ball as Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) defends in the first half during game five of the 2021 NBA Finals at Phoenix Suns Arena. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
He had a memorable finals run as he averaged 35 points, 13 rebounds, 1 steal and almost 2 blocks per game. Moreover, he has now had a game winning block, a game winning dunk and a historic performance all in one Finals run. He shined brightly when all the attention was on him. Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks defied the odds yet again and now are NBA champions.
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s mentality as a 26 YO is the main reason for his greatness. Likewise, he said that they need to do it again.
Jul 14, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) defends Phoenix Suns center Deandre Ayton (22) during the fourth quarter during game four of the 2021 NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Milwaukee a city of champions after 50 Years
The Milwaukee Bucks hold the Larry O’Brien trophy after 50 years. Fiserv Forum went wild as the buzzer sounded. Even though Giannis Antetokounmpo stole the night, other Bucks’ players played a huge part.
Jul 14, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Phoenix Suns guard Chris Paul (3) fouls Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during the third quarter in game four of the 2021 NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Off the bench, Bobby Portis scored his series high 16 points. His energy was electrifying as he got the crowd going all night. Khris Middleton only added 17 points. However, he hit a clutch shot yet in the 4th quarter yet again while also adding 4 steals. Jrue Holiday struggled in the first half, but found his step in the second half as he ends with 12 points and 4 steals.
For Suns, no one could deliver a big night as Chris Paul scored 26 points. Booker was off tonight as he scored 19 points on 8-22 shooting. Moreover, he shot 0-7 from deep. Ayton couldn’t dominate on the rebounds and the Suns just fell apart towards the end. Being up at the half, Phoenix lost their composure and couldn’t seem to make a shot.
Jul 14, 2021; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) is mobbed by teammates after making a shot during the fourth quarter against the Phoenix Suns during game four of the 2021 NBA Finals at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
However, the main focus in the Milwaukee Bucks as they are your 2021 NBA champions!
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