Giannis Antetokounmpo: ‘I’d boo myself tonight too’

Giannis Antetokounmpo addressed crowd booing in his team’s 116-132 home defeat to the Utah Jazz.

Milwaukee Bucks standout Giannis Antetokounmpo discussed boos in their 116-132 defeat to the Utah Jazz.

After losing to the Jazz, the Bucks have lost 3 of their previous 5 games and seem out of shape.

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The Bucks were out of contention with the Jazz up 34-60 at halftime, prompting boos.

“I think we have great fans, but around the league, if you don’t play hard and don’t give everything for the team, there are times where you might get booed,” said the Greek Freak.

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“Sh*t, I’d boo myself tonight too,” he remarked, impugning his comrades and himself.

The Utah Jazz X page tweeted a video of their equipment manager, Adam Klauke, after the game after Giannis said their development had to start with the Bucks’ equipment manager.

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The Bucks are 2nd in the Eastern Conference with 25-12, while the Jazz are 11th with 18 wins and 20 defeats. 

Averaging 31.4 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 5.9 assists on 60.7% field goal shooting, Antetokounmpo is enjoying a great season. The forward had 25 points, 10 rebounds, and 11 assists against the Jazz.