While Giannis Antetokounmpo is primarily recognized for his rim-rocking dunks and relentless drives to the basket, his three-point shooting has quietly developed into a formidable weapon in his arsenal. The prominent Greek freak, Giannis Antetokounmpo, is quite celebrated for his dominance and impact on the court in the world of basketball.
However, amidst the spotlight, one facet of his game tends to go unnoticed: his 3-point scoring ability. Over the course of his career, Giannis has steadily improved his long-range shooting, proving doubters wrong and showcasing a well-rounded offensive game.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo, known for his exceptional skills on the court, added another impressive milestone to his career. During the Chicago Bulls-Milwaukee Bucks game, Antetokounmpo displayed his ever-evolving shooting game by sinking his 500th career 3-pointer as a buzzer-beater to end the first quarter as he now has 504 in total.
Despite his reputation as a less efficient long-range shooter, he confidently launched a fadeaway 3-point shot from the corner, giving the Bucks a commanding 35-18 lead.
Throughout his career, Giannis Antetokounmpo has been a 28.6% shooter from beyond the arc, a statistic that may have slowed down his progress in reaching the 500 3-pointers mark. Despite his modest average, his rookie season witnessed his personal best shooting performance from deep, boasting a 34.7% success rate.
However, Antetokounmpo’s willingness to take daring shots from downtown is evident. This was further validated by his challenging yet perfectly executed deep shot to close out the first quarter against the Bulls. Ending the quarter with 13 points, he displayed his dominance by shooting five-of-six from the field, including the exceptional fadeaway 3-pointer.
Not limiting himself to scoring, Antetokounmpo also made his presence known on the boards, grabbing seven rebounds in just the first 12 minutes of the game. It’s this well-rounded performance that has solidified his status as a two-time NBA MVP.
As Antetokounmpo continues to develop his shooting skills, his ability to make a significant impact from behind the arc will undoubtedly add another dimension to his already exceptional game. And he may be close to reaching another milestone.
Giannis eyeing Khris Middleton’s 3s tally
Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to make waves in the NBA, not only with his exceptional skills on the court but also by breaking records as he made 504 3-pointers in his career. The Milwaukee Bucks’ recent victory over the Houston Rockets saw Giannis surpass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s franchise rebound record as well.
Scoring an impressive 26 points and grabbing 17 rebounds, Giannis now holds the record for the most rebounds in Bucks history, surpassing Abdul-Jabbar’s 7,161 rebounds from 1969-75. With an average of 15.3 rebounds per game, Giannis finished the game with a new total of 7,165 rebounds, solidifying his place in the team’s history.
After the game, the Greek Freak playfully warned his teammate Khris Middleton, who currently holds the record for the most career three-pointers for the Bucks. Middleton has scored 1,293 three-pointers in 678 games, while Giannis, ranking seventh on the list, has scored 504 three-pointers after playing 66 more games than Middleton.
With Giannis Antetokounmpo’s relentless drive and determination, it wouldn’t be surprising to see him closing in on Middleton’s three-point record in the near future. As the Bucks’ winning streak extends to four games, Giannis remains a force to be reckoned with, both in breaking records and leading his team to victory.
