After leading his team to victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers with a triple-double of 35 points, 18 rebounds, and 10 assists, Giannis Antetokounmpo spoke about the sudden firing of coach Adrian Griffin. Antetokounmpo told the media he was also surprised by Griffin’s sudden firing earlier this week. After leading the …
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Bucks and Pacers Engage in Tense Standoff Over Game Ball Following Giannis’ Record-Breaking Night [Video]
Giannis Antetokounmpo was deeply affected by the loss in the in-season play-in tournament against the Indianapolis Pacers, who were led by the talented guard, Tyrese Halliburton. The final score of the game was 128-119 in favor of the Pacers. However, after six days, both teams were set to face each …
Read More »Giannis Antetokounmpo Surprises Fans By Revealing His Nigerian Name Is “Ugo” [Video]
Greece-born NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo is embracing his Yoruba roots and educating people about his culture. The all-star joined comedian Hasan Minhaj in the new WhatsApp original “The Game of Adetokunbo,” where the two discussed their heritage over a game of HORSE on the basketball court. “Adetokunbo” is the 28-year-old’s …
Read More »Giannis Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee Bucks Agree To 5 Year, $228 Million Supermax Extension
Giannis Antetokounmpo will remain on the Milwaukee Bucks for the foreseeable future after agreeing to a supermax extension. Antetokounmpo’s agent, Alex Saratsis, told ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski that the NBA star would sign a five-year extension worth $228 million. The contract includes an opt-out after the fourth season. “This is my …
Read More »Giannis Antetokounmpo Reaches Settlement In $2 Million ”Greek Freak” Lawsuit
After suing the sports company Southside Throwbacks for using his nickname on their products, NBA player Giannis Antetokounmpo has settled the court case. In documents obtained by the Blast, the company was accused of using Antetokounmpo’s nickname “Greek Freak,” without permission or compensation. The greek basketball player sued for trademark …
Read More »Feature Film About Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Life and Career In Development for Disney +
The Greek Freak is taking his talents to Disney + for a brand new feature film about his life and career in the NBA. According to Deadline, the forthcoming streaming service has commissioned the story of the reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, and now, the feature film is in development with …
Read More »That’s Baller: Nike x Giannis Antetokounmpo’s “Coming To America” Inspired Nike Sneaker
The partnership between NBA player, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Nike has produced a shoe inspired by his favorite film, the 1988 classic, “Coming to America.” The Athens, Greece native whose parents originally hailed from Lagos, Nigeria came from humble beginnings. However, he shares a similar “dream come true” experience to Eddie …
Read More »What To Watch This Weekend
Sometimes a weekend at home is not a bad idea at all. You save money, catch up on rest, and don’t have to be bothered. And with some exciting new releases this week, you won’t be short of entertainment options. Ready for a binge-worthy weekend? Check out our lineup of …
Read More »The NBA All-Star Game Had Some Entertaining Moments, But Has It Lost Its Spark?
The NBA All-Star game, once a highly anticipated event, has lost some of its appeal over the last five years. Following the tragic passing of Kobe Bryant, the NBA has struggled to replicate the competitive spirit that would attract fans to watch the game. Like Adam Silver said last night …
Read More »Doc Rivers Officially Named Head Coach of the Milwaukee Bucks
After rumors circulated yesterday that the Milwaukee Bucks were interested in hiring Adrian Griffin’s advisor this season, Doc Rivers has officially agreed to become the fifth coach during Giannis’ tenure. The former Sixers head coach was briefly hired by ESPN for their NBA coverage, but he has now joined the …
Read More »The Milwaukee Bucks and San Antonio Spurs Gave Us a Classic Last Night [Video]
During the pre-draft process, no one compared Victor Wembenyamba to Giannis Antetokounmpo. However, when people discussed his potential, they mentioned Giannis as a comparison. Like Giannis, Victor also came from overseas and went from being a very slender 6’9″ and 170 pounds to a seven-foot monster weighing 240 pounds. Giannis …
Read More »Los Angeles Lakers and Indiana Pacers to Face-Off for Inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament Championship
The NBA play-in tournament championship is finally set. The Los Angeles Lakers, led by LeBron James, will face off against a team a lot of people say has a bright future — the Indiana Pacers. Tyrese Haliburton has emerged as the standout player for Indiana, a fact highlighted by Reggie …
Read More »Damian Lillard and Wife Kay’La Have Officially Parted Ways After Two Years Of Marriage
Damian Lillard and his wife Kay’La are calling it quits. The NBA star filed for divorce from Kay’La of just two years on October 2nd. The pair have been together since their days at Weber State University in Ogden, Utah, and share three children. Lillard cited “irreconcilable differences” that led …
Read More »ESPN Apologizes to Ja Morant for Airing Fake Quote About Michael Jordan Being “Just Another Superstar” in Today’s Game
Tuesday’s episode of ESPN’s “This Just In” featured an apology to NBA star Ja Morant for running an entire segment on a fake quote. The fake statement originated from the Twitter parody account Ballsack Sport, which tweeted a bogus quote from Morant claiming that if Michael Jordan were to play in the NBA today, …
Read More »BET Awards 2022: Check Out the Complete List of Winners
The BET Awards is back this year honoring Black Excellence! Award-winning actress Taraji P. Henson hosted culture’s biggest night for the second year in a row. This year’s lineup also included performances by Lizzo, Jack Harlow, Lil Wayne, Kirk Franklin and Maverick City Music, FireBoy DML, Doechii, Latto, Mariah Carey, Chance …
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