World Cup Update & Giannis’ Uncertain Future With Bucks
Aug 28, 2023
01:10:43
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Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon join Brian Windhorst to discuss World Cup upsets, Canada's breakout potential, and the USA's slow start. They also analyze Giannis' comments about his future with the Bucks and the timing of it all.
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Quick takeaways
Giannis Antetokounmpo wants to ensure everyone in the Bucks organization is committed to winning championships before signing a contract extension.
Commitment and sacrifice from every team member, including Giannis Antetokounmpo himself, are vital factors in his decision to sign a long-term extension.
Delaying the contract extension allows Giannis Antetokounmpo to add more years to his deal in the future and align the team's direction with his championship aspirations.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo's Future with the Milwaukee Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo has stated that he will not sign a contract extension with the Milwaukee Bucks this September. He wants to ensure that everyone in the organization is committed to winning championships and is willing to make sacrifices. He emphasized that he wants to see that everyone shares the same goal before making a long-term commitment.
Giannis' Focus on Winning Championships
Giannis Antetokounmpo mentioned that he would not be the best version of himself if he didn't feel that everyone in the organization is dedicated to winning championships. He highlighted the importance of sacrifice and commitment from every team member, including himself, and stressed that his decision to sign an extension will be based on the collective goal of pursuing a championship.
Delaying the Contract Extension for Strategic Reasons
Giannis Antetokounmpo's decision to wait on signing a contract extension is a strategic move. By delaying the signing, he can add more years to his deal in the future and ensure that the team's direction aligns with his championship aspirations. This decision is not unexpected, considering the age of the team and the recent coaching changes.
Paolo Bankaro shines with 21 points
Paolo Bankaro had an impressive performance, scoring 21 points in the game. Despite struggling with the basketball in warm-up games, Bankaro's hard work and extra practice with the shooting coach paid off. He expressed his happiness with the outcome of the game and his dedication to focus and perform well.
Austin Reeves proves to be a calm and skilled player
Austin Reeves showcased his poise and skills in the game. He played with composure, never hurrying and making good decisions on the court. Reeves demonstrated his ability to create opportunities for both himself and his teammates. His calmness and maturity in playing the game impressed the listeners, drawing comparisons to other skilled players like Chris Middleton.
Brian Windhorst is joined by ESPN's Tim Bontemps and Tim MacMahon to update us on everything going on around the World Cup including some major upsets, Canada potentially breaking out, the USA starting slow and what teams are separating themselves. Then, the guys break down Giannis’ fascinating comments in the New York Times including what it may mean for his future with the Bucks and the interesting timing of it all.