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Giannis Antetokounmpo Says He Signed His New Contract Extension Without Knowing the Numbers
Giannis Antetokounmpo, who agreed to a three-year, $186 million contract extension with Milwaukee on Monday, made a rather shocking revelation on Tuesday.
While speaking with reporters, the seven-time NBA All-Star admitted that due to his desire to remain with the Bucks he didn't know the exact amount of his contract prior to signing it.
"It was the first time in my NBA career I didn't know the number of my contract. I just signed it because I wanted to be here," said Antetokounmpo.
The two-time NBA MVP expressed gratitude to the Bucks organization that has enabled him to create amazing opportunities for his entire family and he would like to win more championships for the city of Milwaukee.
"It was the first time in my NBA career I didn't know the number of my contract. I just signed it because I wanted to be here."
— Scott Grodsky (@ScottGrodsky) October 24, 2023
Giannis Antetokounmpo wasn't sure when his new contract extension runs through (2026-27 season with a player option 2027-28). pic.twitter.com/uXAB7nNcaf
"I'm very loyal...When you were there for me in the beginning, I'm there for you for the rest of our lifetime," Antetokounmpo said. "I want to be committed. I want to give back to the city of Milwaukee. We won one championship but I believe we can win a second one.
"I will try my best—while having fun playing the game—and I hope I can create another parade in the near future."
"I'm very loyal...When you were there for me in the beginning, I'm there for you for the rest of our lifetime."
— Scott Grodsky (@ScottGrodsky) October 24, 2023
Giannis Antetokounmpo answering @ByAndrewWagner's question about why he wanted to stay here in Milwaukee. (📹@ScottDepuy) pic.twitter.com/ifHE3EpdXK
Bucks fans have high expectations once again this season as Antetokounmpo, who averaged a career-high 31.1 points per game last season, will now play alongside seven-time All-Star Damian Lillard. The star guard was acquired via trade on Sept. 27 forming a new dynamic duo that will look to win the franchise's third NBA title (1957, 2021).
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