Giannis praises Pat Riley before joining Miami Heat
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 21, 2026, 1:58 AM
Last updated Jul 21, 2026
Giannis Antetokounmpo spoke about his respect for Pat Riley, referring to him as 'Mr. Pat.' This remark came during his introduction to the Miami Heat, where Antetokounmpo expressed excitement about playing for the franchise and helping them succeed. He mentioned the intimidating atmosphere of Riley's office and emphasized the importance of showing respect to legends in the sport. The comments come as Antetokounmpo joins the Heat, aiming to contribute significantly to the team's performance.
- •Giannis calls Pat Riley 'Mr. Pat' out of respect.
- •He expresses excitement about joining the Miami Heat.
- •Antetokounmpo mentions feeling intimidated in Riley's office.
- •His comments indicate a commitment to the team's success.
- 1:58 AMYahoo Sports — “I call him Mr. Pat. He told me ‘just call me Pat’ …
"“I call him Mr. Pat. He told me ‘just call me Pat’ …
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