Giannis Antetokounmpo joins Miami Heat after 13 years with Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo has begun a new chapter in his career after spending 13 years with the Milwaukee Bucks, joining the Miami Heat. In his first major interview regarding the move, the two-time NBA MVP expressed his desire to prove he remains one of the best players in the world and to help lead a new organization to success.

Antetokounmpo spoke highly of the Miami Heat’s renowned ‘Heat Culture,’ noting that the organization's standards and mentality are only truly understood when experienced firsthand. He highlighted the differences in preparation compared to his time in Milwaukee and expressed enthusiasm for the work being done under coach Erik Spoelstra.

During the preseason matchup against the Toronto Raptors, Antetokounmpo played 14 minutes, recording 9 points, 4 rebounds, and 7 assists in a 129-105 Miami victory.