We know that Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the funniest NBA superstars.
But time and time again, we’ve seen how thoughtful he is and how honest he can be, a refreshing change from other big names in the NBA.
That side came out on Wednesday night, after Jimmy Butler and the Miami Heat took down the favored Milwaukee Bucks. Antetokounmpo was asked if this season was a failure and a clearly frustrated Giannis took a second before he delivered a thoughtful answer.
“There’s always steps to it, you know?” he said. “Michael Jordan played 15 years, won six championships. The other nine years were a failure? That’s what you’re telling me?”
“There’s no failure in sports,” he continued. “There’s good days, bad days. Some days you’re able to be successful, some days you’re not. Some days it’s your turn, some days it’s not your turn. And that’s what sports is about.”
Giannis didn't like @eric_nehm's question about whether the season was a failure and went long in his answer pic.twitter.com/1gZkuf7vkC
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You couldn’t say it better than that, especially from a player who’s already won a championship.
