Giannis Antetokounmpo's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Giannis Antetokounmpo, a Greek-Nigerian professional basketball player for the Milwaukee Bucks, is nicknamed the "Greek Freak" due to his exceptional size, speed, and strength. He's considered one of the greatest players and power forwards in NBA history. His career highlights include leading the Bucks to an NBA championship and earning multiple MVP awards. He represents the modern NBA superstar with his athleticism and versatile skillset.

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1968: First player to have 70 points, 30 rebounds and 30 assists over any 2-game span since Wilt Chamberlain

On April 5, 2024, Giannis Antetokounmpo became the first player in NBA history to have 70 points, 30 rebounds and 30 assists over any 2-game span since Wilt Chamberlain in 1968. He posted his 2nd straight triple-double with 36 points, 15 rebounds and 10 assists in a 121–115 overtime win over the Miami Heat.

2000: First player since Shaquille O'Neal to tally 60-plus points without a made three-point basket

On December 13, 2023, Giannis Antetokounmpo became the first player since Shaquille O'Neal in 2000 to score 60 or more points in a game without making a three-point basket.

2001: Most points scored in a EuroBasket game since Dirk Nowitzki

On September 6, 2022, Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 41 points in a 99–79 group stage win over Ukraine in EuroBasket 2022. This was the twelfth-highest points tally of all time, and the most points scored in a EuroBasket game since Dirk Nowitzki in 2001.

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.

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.

2020: Won the 2020 NBA Defensive Player of the Year

For his defensive contributions, Giannis Antetokounmpo won the 2020 NBA Defensive Player of the Year award and became a consistent NBA All-Defensive honoree.

2020: Kostas Wins NBA Championship with Lakers

In 2020, Giannis' younger brother, Kostas Antetokounmpo, won the NBA Championship as a member of the Los Angeles Lakers, marking a significant achievement for the Antetokounmpo family.

October 19, 2021: Receives First NBA Championship Ring

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.

January 13, 2022: Leads Bucks to Win over 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 in less than thirty minutes. He became the first player to record multiple 30-point triple-doubles in 30 minutes and tied Michael Jordan's career mark of 28 triple-doubles.

February 8, 2022: Scores 44 points against the Lakers

On February 8, 2022, in a 131–116 win against the Lakers, Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 44 points with 14 rebounds, 8 assists, 2 blocks, and 0 turnovers on 17-of-20 shooting from the field. It was his 20th straight game recording at least 25 points.

August 25, 2022: Scored a national team career-high 40 points

On August 25, 2022, Giannis Antetokounmpo achieved a national team career-high of 40 points, along with 8 rebounds and 5 assists, in a 94–100 overtime loss to Serbia during the 2023 World Cup qualifiers.

2022: Played in the EuroBasket 2022 with Greece

In 2022, Giannis Antetokounmpo played in EuroBasket 2022 with the Greek national team. He scored 41 points against Ukraine, the most points scored in a EuroBasket game since Dirk Nowitzki in 2001. He finished as the tournament's leading scorer and was selected to the All-Tournament Team.

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.

January 24, 2024: Recorded 42nd career triple-double

On January 24, 2024, Giannis Antetokounmpo achieved his 42nd career triple-double, scoring 35 points, grabbing 18 rebounds, and dishing out 10 assists along with 2 blocks in a 126–116 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers.

2024: Carried the Greek flag at the Opening Ceremonies of the 2024 Summer Olympics

In 2024, Giannis Antetokounmpo carried the Greek flag at the Opening Ceremonies of the Summer Olympics. He represented Greece in the group stage, and the team was eliminated by Germany in the quarter-finals. He averaged a tournament high 25.8 points and was named to the tournament's All-Second Team.

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 extended his streak to 26 consecutive games with at least 20 points scored on 50% or better shooting from the field, marking the longest such streak in NBA history. He recorded 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.