Giannis Antetokounmpo started as a soccer player. This isn’t a surprise since he grew in Greece. And is originally from Nigeria. Both countries are regular participants in the World Cup. It’s not a shock that this was Giannis’ first sport. This also fits a trend of other international players who began with soccer, not basketball. Players like Joel Embiid and Hakeem Ojawawon. After a scrum with the Miami Heat, Giannis stepped away to show off what he can do with his feet. After the game, Giannis claimed he can dribble the ball 300 times without letting it hit the ground.

Bucks are blowing out the Heat so bad Giannis is playing soccer now 😂 @brfootball pic.twitter.com/GA1O383V9z

— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) May 25, 2021

If Milwaukee had an MLS team, I would mention that Giannis should join a workout. But Giannis playing another sport that isn’t basketball just gives me the creeps. It immediately sets off triggers in my mind that he might hurt something. In his contract clause, there has to be something that states Giannis cannot play recreational soccer, right?

Regardless, it was good to beat the Heat’s ass last night.

Charlie.