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Giannis Antetokounmpo aims for NBA Finals return with Bucks

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 9:00 AM

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

Giannis Antetokounmpo aims for NBA Finals return with Bucks

Summary

Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo expressed optimism about returning to the NBA Finals. Speaking with UPI, he emphasized the importance of hard work, belief, and discipline following a season impacted by a knee injury. Antetokounmpo, a two-time NBA MVP, is eager to reclaim his championship status. He indicated a preference for the New York Knicks over the San Antonio Spurs in the ongoing NBA Finals matchup. His contract and potential trade discussions have been a focal point this off-season as the Bucks look to rebound from a disappointing 32-win season.

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•Antetokounmpo averaged 24.1 points per game over his first 13 seasons.
•He expressed hope for his return to the NBA Finals.
•The Bucks won just 32 games last season, their lowest since his rookie year.
•Antetokounmpo is under contract for $58.4 million in 2026.
•Ongoing NBA Finals feature Knicks and Spurs in a best-of-seven series.

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Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo told UPI he is "hopeful" that hard work, belief and discipline can lead to his return to the NBA Finals.
— Yahoo Sports

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