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Giannis Antetokounmpo Drops Crazy Truth Bomb About The State Of European Basketball: “The Game In Europe Is Way Harder Than The NBA.”

Giannis Antetokounmpo has joined the club of European players saying that European basketball is harder than the NBA.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
Sep 26, 2022
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Giannis Antetokounmpo is arguably the best basketball player in the world. While he and Stephen Curry can keep politely squabbling with each other about who’s better, we all know that both men are absolutely sensational with what they can achieve on the NBA court. 

Unlike Steph, Giannis got to broaden his game by spending the summer playing in EuroBasket 2022 for Greece. We have heard European players like Luka Doncic talk about how the rules in the continent make it harder to play basketball, and Giannis reiterated the same while explaining how playing in Europe allows him to see more opportunities on the more open NBA court.  

“First of all, the game in Europe is way harder than the game in the NBA. I don’t wanna disrespect, the talent in the NBA is obviously way higher but the space, you have a lot of lanes to drive the ball, a lot of lanes to create over there it is just more intense. People pick you up full court, double-team you, man-to-man in the last 5 seconds… It’s just more physical. I don’t know if it’s because the talent is less and you need to be more physical to catch up, it’s harder. Always playing there prepares me for the season… Just playing that pace, playing a set offense and in less space, it helps me figure out things. Now when I go to an NBA game, I feel like there is so much space for me and for me to create for my teammates.”  

Giannis Antetokounmpo: "The game in Europe is way harder than the game in the NBA." pic.twitter.com/ge25T8ylVv

— Dionysis Aravantinos (@AravantinosDA) September 25, 2022


Giannis Antetokounmpo Taking Another Step Forward?

When a player has already won 2 MVPs, a Finals MVP, and a Defensive Player of the Year, it is hard to look at room for improvement. However, Giannis is turning 28 this season and is in his athletic prime.

The Greek star spoke about reading the court and how European basketball helps you make better decisions due to the lack of space on the court. The NBA rules keep defenses moving, which creates more space for players to exploit. Luka and Nikola Jokic have been benefitting from that, and now Giannis is looking to take his IQ game to another level. 

Giannis can be a perennial MVP but needs to wow audiences to actually take the award home for the 3rd time in his career. Considering his age, experience, and what the Bucks need to win a title, another step in Giannis’ career is likely.  

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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