Milwaukee Bucks F Giannis Antetokounmpo Stands Tall as the NBA's Best Player

FACTS & RECORDS

Giannis Antetokounmpo leads the NBA in scoring by a wide margin with a career-high 32.7 PPG
Has finished in the top-10 for DPOY each of the last 6 years; Top-6 in 5 of those 6 years
Has finished top-4 for MVP each of the last 6 years

Hall of Fame resume:

2x NBA MVP
2021 NBA Champion & Finals MVP
2020 NBA DPOY
8x NBA All-Star
6x All-NBA 1st Team, 2x 2nd Team
4x All-Defense 1st Team, 2017 2nd Team
2024 NBA Cup Champion & MVP
2017 NBA Most Improver Player

Via Basketball Reference

MAIN TAKEAWAY

THE GREEK FREAK IS STILL THE BEST PLAYER IN THE NBA

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 2024-2025 season showcases an unprecedented combination of relentless scoring production and Defensive Player of the Year-level scoring prevention. Leading the league with 32.7 points per game, Giannis proves himself as an offensive powerhouse, excelling in transition, isolation, and attacking the rim. His ability to create opportunities on offense makes him nearly unstoppable for defenders.

Defensively, Giannis stands out as one of the most versatile players in the NBA. His skill in guarding all five positions, blocking shots, and disrupting passing lanes makes him the anchor of Milwaukee’s top-tier defense. Averaging over 1.5 blocks per game, his presence on the court forces opponents to consistently rethink their game plans.

What sets Giannis apart is his ability to dominate on both ends simultaneously. The last player to have led the league in scoring with 32+ PPG while simultaneously playing at a Defensive Player of the Year level was prime Michael Jordan 30 years ago. Giannis is redefining the standard for two-way excellence, solidifying his place as the best player in the NBA. Nikola Jokic is still the best offensive engine the Association has but his lack of defensive prowess holds him back from holding the crown for now.

BEST HIGHLIGHTS

Giannis Antetokounmpo HOF resume:
- 6x All-Star, 2021 ASG MVP
- 4x All-NBA 1st Team, 2x 2nd
- 4x All-Defense 1st Team, 2017 2nd
- 2x NBA MVP
- 2021 NBA Champ & Finals MVP
- 2020 NBA DPOY
- 2017 NBA MIP
- 2014 All-Rookie 2nd Team
- NBA 75th Anniversary Teampic.twitter.com/FH0IfkhuFT
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) June 28, 2022

Giannis' NBA records:
- Won MIP & MVP
- Seasons (4) of 25+ PPG/10+ RPG/5+ APG
- Lowest MPG (30.4) in MVP-winning season
- Consecutive Postseasons of 5+ RPG/10+ RPG with 25+ (3) or 30+ (2) PPG
- Non-American ASG MVP
- ASG PPG (29.0)pic.twitter.com/9XxbqNcGPN
— Pro Sports Outlook (@PSO_Sports) September 15, 2022