By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
Besides his dunk attempt in Brazil becoming viral, Giannis Antetokounmpo talked about the NBA Finals and wanting to return as a player of the Milwaukee Bucks.
“There are two great teams that got there,” the Most Valuable Player of the Finals 2021 told the Brazilian outlet “Coast to Coast”, referring to the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers reaching the 2025 Finals presented by YouTube TV, “Indiana, with my friend Pascal Siakam, is reaping the rewards, and OKC simply has the MVP. I’m rooting for good basketball.”
“The Finals are different, I hope to be back soon with the Bucks,” he added, all but rejecting considering other options to contend for a second championship.
In addition to the interview, the 30-year-old point forward also went on the court during his visit to Brazil, facing a tough challenge on a slippery floor.
😅 Giannis’ attempt to dunk didn’t go as planned, but only slippery courts can stop the Greek Freak!
pic.twitter.com/M0oUM8CYad— Eurohoops (@Eurohoopsnet) June 9, 2025
Since the Bucks’ exit from the 2025 Playoffs presented by Google, the Athens native has been surrounded by constant reports, stretching from a postponed meeting with the Bucks to several teams with necessary trade assets looking to secure his services. However, more recent rumors have been about him looking to stay in Milwaukee, which have been seemingly confirmed by the Freak himself.
Beyond mulling his NBA future, the ongoing offseason is expected to extend to the senior national team of Greece, with Giannis projected to suit up for the team coached by Vassilis Spanoulis in the EuroBasket 2025. The international tournament lasts from August 27 to September 14.