The New York Times – Sports:
The N.B.A. superstar has grand ambitions, as a businessman and basketball player. “I don’t want to be 20 years on the same team and don’t win another championship,” he said.
Category: Antetokounmpo, Giannis (1994- )
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Measuring Up to Wilt Chamberlain May Take More Than Stats
The New York Times – Sports:
Several N.B.A. players have had Chamberlain-like performances this season. But to some, he will always be untouchable.
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NBA Has Sharp Rise in 50-Point Games
The New York Times – Sports:
Donovan Mitchell’s 71 points in a game this week was the top mark since 2006, but a rise in offense (and a lack of defense) has made high-scoring games a routine affair.
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The Milwaukee Bucks Are Betting on Déjà Vu
The New York Times – Sports:
Of course Giannis Antetokounmpo is back this season — but so is almost everyone else. Continuity could give Milwaukee an edge amid the N.B.A.’s roster upheavals.
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NBA Season Preview: The Nets and the Lakers Are the Wild Cards
The New York Times – Sports:
Newly healthy stars and rising young players could shift the power dynamics in both conferences. But if the Nets and the Lakers can recover from off-season drama, they may be the teams to beat.
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Here’s What to Know About EuroBasket
The New York Times – Sports:
The championship of Europe for men’s national basketball teams is being played for the first time since 2017. It is down to the last four teams.
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‘Rise’ Review: To Be Giannis
The New York Times – Film:
The story of the real-life N.B.A. superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is told with heartfelt charm in this endearing Disney+ biopic.
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Boston Celtics Dominate Milwaukee Bucks in Game 7 Win
The New York Times – Sports:
Boston, with a surprise 27 points from Grant Williams, led by as many as 28. The Celtics will face the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference finals.
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Jayson Tatum Saves the Boston Celtics’ Season With 46 Points
The New York Times – Sports:
Was it the 46 points? The crushing 3-pointers? The clutch free throws? Tatum, the Boston forward, was feeling it against the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday.