Giannis Antetokounmpo shrugs off NBA star’s ‘child’ comment

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Things aren’t easy for Giannis Antetokounmpo these days.

The Milwaukee Bucks currently sit near the bottom of the Eastern Conference, with only two wins from their first ten games. Despite Giannis’ relentless efforts, the team’s struggles persist.

Amidst a tough season, Giannis showcased his resilience on Sunday with an impressive 43-point performance against the Boston Celtics. He played intensely, with physicality and focus, going head-to-head with Jaylen Brown, one of the NBA’s top competitors. The two stars pushed each other in an exciting battle.

At one point in the first half, Giannis let his playful side show, pulling a classic “fake handshake” trick on Brown. After reaching out as if to shake hands, he quickly brushed his hand through his hair, grinning mischievously.

When asked about it after the game, Brown laughed it off, calling Giannis “a child.”

Giannis, however, took the comment in stride.

“This is who I am,” he said, explaining that he surrounds himself with young people—his kids, nieces, and other family members—to keep a youthful perspective.

“I play the game with fun and joy. I surround myself with young people so I can stay young myself. Be around my kids a lot, my nieces… At the end of the day, if I‘m called a child, so be it. I have three children of my own and, I think, six nieces. So I take care of a lot of kids around here.”

If the Bucks continue to struggle, Giannis’ cheerful outlook may be tested. But for now, he’s a welcome reminder of the essence of sports, and fans can appreciate his joy.

Source: msn.com

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