“My first player development coach told me ‘come at 10 AM’ … I was there at 8” - Giannis Antetokounmpo says he gives everything for the game
There are multiple reasons why Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the top players in the NBA, but the thing that stands out the most is his work ethic.
When he was drafted 15th overall back in 2013, Antetokounmpo was seen as a work in progress. Thanks to his strong work ethic and desire to be great, Antetokounmpo was able to become the player he is today.
Still only 27 years old, he is already an NBA champion, Finals MVP and Defensive Player of the Year. This past season, he averaged 29.9 points, 11.6 rebounds, 5.8 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.4 blocks.
During a recent interview with Jalen Rose, Giannis Antetokounmpo provided some insight into his mindset. He recalled the first time he linked up with a player development coach on the Milwaukee Bucks.
"I remember I met my first player development coach, and he told me, 'Come at 10 a.m..'
"I was 18. Any 18-year-old wants to sleep and play video games. I was there at 8. He was like, 'What are you doing here?' ... I'm like, 'Coach, you told me come at 10 a.m. I'm here at 8. I want this.'"
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Giannis Antetokounmpo is the ideal NBA superstar
Stories like this are a testament to why Giannis Antetokounmpo is the perfect player for any team. Not only does he want to be great, but he has the work ethic to back it up.
His success did not come overnight. Antetokounmpo is on track to become one of the NBA's greatest talents because he works day in and day out to achieve his dreams.
33 points1 year ago: The greatest individual performance from a big man in NBA playoff history
▫️ 33 points
▫️ 7 rebounds
▫️ 2 steals
▫️ 4 blocks
▫️ 77.8% FG
▫️ 78.3% TS
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In an era where stars are constantly jumping ship, Antetokounmpo has stayed with the franchise that drafted him and even led them to a title.
At this point in time, it is hard to think of a superstar out there that works harder than Antetokounmpo.