A closer look at the biggest achievements of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.
Giannis Antetokounmpo, nicknamed the "Greek Freak," is a Greek and Nigerian professional basketball player renowned for his exceptional size, speed, and strength. He plays for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA. Widely regarded as one of the greatest power forwards and players in NBA history, his accomplishments and unique skillset have solidified his place among the sport's elite.
February 1971: Bucks achieve best Eastern Conference Record
In February 1971, the Bucks finished the month with a Eastern Conference-best 16-2 record.
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1971: Bucks won NBA Championship
In 1971, the Milwaukee Bucks won their first NBA championship.
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1988: Michael Jordan Wins MVP and DPOY
In 1988, Michael Jordan won both the MVP and Defensive Player of the Year awards in the same season.
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1994: Hakeem Olajuwon Wins MVP and DPOY
In 1994, Hakeem Olajuwon won both the MVP and Defensive Player of the Year awards in the same season.
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2000: First player since Shaquille O'Neal to tally 60-plus points without a made three-point basket
On December 13, 2023, Giannis Antetokounmpo scored a career-high and Bucks record 64 points. He became the first player since Shaquille O'Neal in 2000 to tally 60-plus points without a made three-point basket.
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2001: Most points scored in a EuroBasket game since Dirk Nowitzki in 2001
On September 6, 2022, Antetokounmpo scored 41 points in a 99–79 group stage win over Ukraine. This was the twelfth-highest points tally of all time, and the most points scored in a EuroBasket game since Dirk Nowitzki in 2001.
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January 2004: Michael Redd Won Player of the Month
In January 2004, Michael Redd won the Player of the Month award, being the last Bucks Player to win it before Giannis.
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2006: Michael Redd's Scoring Streak
In 2006, Michael Redd had at least 20 points in 14 consecutive games, matching the longest streak by a Bucks player.
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February 6, 2015: Career High 27 Points and 15 Rebounds
On February 6, 2015, Antetokounmpo recorded a then career-high 27 points and 15 rebounds in a loss to the Houston Rockets.
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February 22, 2016: First Career Triple-Double
On February 22, 2016, Antetokounmpo recorded his first career triple-double with 27 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists in a win against the Los Angeles Lakers, becoming the youngest Buck to achieve this feat.
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April 3, 2017: Named Eastern Conference Player of the Month
On April 3, 2017, Antetokounmpo was named Eastern Conference Player of the Month for games played in March, earning his first such award.
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April 15, 2017: Playoff Career High
On April 15, 2017, Antetokounmpo scored a then playoff career-high 28 points in a 97–83 win over the Toronto Raptors in Game 1 of their first-round playoff series.
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2017: Received Most Improved Player Award
In 2017, Antetokounmpo received the NBA Most Improved Player award, recognizing his significant development and performance improvement.
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2018: Bucks Began Season Strong
Starting in 2018, Antetokounmpo and the Bucks began a period of sustained success, starting the season with seven consecutive victories.
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2019: Won First NBA Most Valuable Player Award
In 2019, Antetokounmpo won his first NBA Most Valuable Player Award, marking a significant achievement in his career.
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January 23, 2020: All-Star Game Captain
On January 23, 2020, Giannis Antetokounmpo was named an All-Star Game captain, alongside LeBron James, for the second consecutive year.
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September 18, 2020: Second Consecutive MVP Award
On September 18, 2020, Giannis Antetokounmpo won his second consecutive Most Valuable Player award, joining Hakeem Olajuwon and Michael Jordan as the only players to win MVP and NBA Defensive Player of the Year awards in the same season.
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2020: Won the 2020 NBA Defensive Player of the Year
For his defensive efforts, Giannis Antetokounmpo won the 2020 NBA Defensive Player of the Year, and he has become a perennial NBA All-Defensive honoree.
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2020: Won Second NBA Most Valuable Player Award and Defensive Player of the Year
In 2020, Antetokounmpo won his second consecutive NBA Most Valuable Player Award and was named the NBA Defensive Player of the Year, showcasing his dominance on both ends of the court.
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2020: Kostas wins NBA Championship
In 2020, Kostas Antetokounmpo won the NBA Championship with the Los Angeles Lakers.
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October 19, 2021: Championship Ring and Season-Opening Win
On October 19, 2021, after receiving his first NBA championship ring in the annual pre-game ceremony, Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded 32 points, 14 rebounds, and seven assists in a 127–104 season-opening win over the Nets.
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2021: Led Bucks to NBA Championship and Named Finals MVP
In 2021, Antetokounmpo led the Milwaukee Bucks to their first NBA championship since 1971 and was named Finals MVP, solidifying his legacy.
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January 13, 2022: Triple-Double Against Warriors
On January 13, 2022, Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to a 118–99 win over the Golden State Warriors with 30 points, 12 rebounds, 11 assists, and 3 blocks, leading both teams in such stats, in less than thirty minutes, and became the first player to record multiple 30-point triple-doubles in 30 minutes; he tied Jordan's career mark of 28 triple-doubles, ranking 18th all-time.
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August 25, 2022: Scored a national team career-high 40 points
On August 25, 2022, Giannis Antetokounmpo scored a national team career-high 40 points, along with 8 rebounds and 5 assists, in a 94–100 overtime loss to Serbia in the 2023 World Cup qualifiers.
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2022: Franchise Career Free Throws Leader
In the second game of the 2022–23 season, Giannis Antetokounmpo became the Bucks' franchise career free throws leader, surpassing Sidney Moncrief.
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January 3, 2023: Career-High 55 Points
On January 3, 2023, Giannis Antetokounmpo recorded a then career-high 55 points, alongside 10 rebounds and seven assists in a 123–113 win over the Washington Wizards.
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January 24, 2024: Recorded his 42nd career triple-double
On January 24, 2024, Giannis Antetokounmpo achieved his 42nd career triple-double with 35 points, 18 rebounds, and 10 assists in a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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July 10, 2024: Designated Flag Bearer for Paris Olympics
On July 10, 2024, the Greek Olympic Committee designated Giannis Antetokounmpo as the flag bearer for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, along with Antigoni Drisbioti.
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2024: Led Bucks to win NBA Cup and Named NBA Cup MVP
In 2024, Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to win the 2nd edition of the NBA Cup, and he was named NBA Cup MVP.
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January 2, 2025: Longest streak in NBA history with at least 20 points scored on 50% or better shooting from the field
On January 2, 2025, Giannis Antetokounmpo put up 27 points on 12-of-24 shooting from the field, 13 rebounds, seven assists and three blocks in a 113–110 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. It was his 26th straight game with at least 20 points scored on 50% or better shooting from the field, the longest streak in NBA history.
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