Giannis Antetokounmpo Goes Full-Throttle in Preparation for the Upcoming Season!

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has been sharing images and videos of his intensive off-season training on Instagram, hinting at a revenge season.

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His posts, focusing on hard work and refusing to negotiate with oneself, have received massive responses, including over a million likes and many comments.

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Comments came from fans, his brother Thanasis, fellow NBA player Serge Ibaka, and even the official Bruce Lee Instagram account.

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He also posted a video of his workout routine with an audio overlay of Kobe Bryant speaking about the role of emotions in growth.

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Antetokounmpo's fans have responded positively to his motivational posts, some predicting that the Milwaukee Bucks will be the 2024 NBA champions.

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A month ago, he expressed frustration over being snubbed from NBA All-Defensive teams, promising he's "coming".

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The Bucks, Nike, and other followers have responded in kind, expressing anticipation for Antetokounmpo's upcoming performances.

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He took the opportunity after the Bucks' season ended to emphasize that there is no failure in sports, comparing it to regular work where not every year results in a promotion.

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He further reinforced this idea by citing Michael Jordan's career, noting that not every year was a championship-winning year, but it wasn't a failure either.

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Antetokounmpo's posts and message have continued to resonate with fans, leading many to anticipate his performance in the upcoming NBA season.

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