Giannis Antetokounmpo adds more mystery to potentially leaving Milwaukee

Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to stir up buzz regarding his future with the Milwaukee Bucks.

Antetokounmpo has been with the Bucks since being drafted by the franchise in 2013. Over time, he became one of the best players in the entire league, leading the team to the 2021 championship.

However, three consecutive first-round playoff exits have put the superstar forward’s future with the organization into question. He participated in an exclusive interview with COSMOTE TV about his commitment to the franchise in the present day and in the long term.

“As the Americans say, opinions are cheap – that’s why everyone has one. Right now, at this moment, I’m in Milwaukee… I don’t know if I’ll leave or not – it’s not up to me. If it were up to me, I probably would have already left. In a year and a half, when I become a free agent at 32, it will be up to me,” Antetokounmpo said.

“Nobody would dare come and tell me I shouldn’t play. I never gave that right to anyone – I’ll be there as long as my legs allow me.”

Giannis Antetokounmpo, what’s next for the Bucks

It is undeniable that Giannis Antetokounmpo has achieved a lot with the Bucks. Leading him to the 2021 title as well as winning two MVP awards has established him as one of the greatest players in franchise history.

Despite missing some time due to injuries, Antetokounmpo continues to be incredible in his 13th season. He averaged 28 points, 10 rebounds and 5.6 assists per game in 30 games. He is shooting 64.5% from the field, including 39.5% from beyond the arc and 65.8% from the free-throw line.

Milwaukee has a 23–30 record on the season and are in 12th place in the Eastern Conference standings. They are eight games up on the Brooklyn Nets and nine games up on the Indiana Pacers. However, they trail the Chicago Bulls on tiebreakers and the Atlanta Hawks by 1.5 games.

With the All-Star break over, the Bucks will resume action with a road game before hosting four consecutive contests. They will take on the New Orleans Pelicans as tip-off takes place on February 20 at 8 PM ET.

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