By Eurohoops team / info@eurohoops.net
Myles Turner has had his fair share of tough battles against Giannis Antetokounmpo on the floor and now he’s pleased that these will be reduced to just practices after joining the Milwaukee Bucks.
“I was tired of taking damned shoulders and elbows to the chest all the time,” Turner told reporters during the Las Vegas Summer League during a joint press conference with Bucks coach Doc Rivers and general manager Jon Horst.
Turner praised Antetokounmpo, expecting that they two will have a harmonious cooperation on the court.
“It’s a rarity to be alongside him,” Turner added. “He’s a generational player, arguably one of the greatest players to play this game. I’m sure we’re going to talk here in the weeks to come. I’ve played against Giannis for quite some time now. Very familiar with his game and what he’s capable of. I do see a seamless fit. He’s someone that is able to push the ball, get out in transition, create for people. He’s developed a jumper. Defensively, his intangibles are there. I think our fit is going to be a pretty cohesive fit.”
The Bucks picked up Turner off the pool of free agents to complete one of the most notable acquisitions in the 2025 NBA offseason. The 29-year-old big man signed a four-year, $107 million contract contract to join the team.
“I just look at this roster and I’ve competed against these guys,” Turner also mentioned. “There’s a respect from afar of just how theygo about their business. There’s a reason why guys are there. Gary Trent just signed. Bobby Portis just signed. Taurean Prince just signed. Ryan Rollins just signed. Everybody sees the vision. They didn’t sign just to do it. I just think that there’s a real belief in this organization. I’ve aligned myself with that.”