Giannis Gets His Revenge on the Knicks: “I Don’t Forget Certain Things”

The Milwaukee Bucks’ 121-111 win over the New York Knicks wasn’t just another regular-season game. For Giannis Antetokounmpo, it carried a deeper, almost personal meaning. The Greek Freak delivered a dominant performance – 37 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists – and made sure everyone knew this one mattered.

Last year they swept us. It wasn’t even hard for them. And I don’t forget certain things.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

During last season’s regular-season series, the Knicks crushed the Bucks 3-0, winning by an average margin of 22 points per game. It wasn’t just a loss – it was a humiliation. And for a competitor like Giannis, that kind of sting doesn’t fade easily.

As the leader of this group, I wanted to remind everyone – even during warmups – they swept us. Tonight, we had to answer.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

The Bucks started poorly, trailing by 14 in the first half. But then Giannis flipped the switch in the third quarter: 14 points, 4 assists, relentless energy, and complete control of the game.

The highlight moment came when he blocked Mikal Bridges at the rim and immediately followed with a ferocious fast-break dunk. Walking back toward midcourt, Giannis turned to the crowd and pointed at himself.

This is my city. I love when things get tough. I play my best when it’s hard.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

In recent months, rumors had linked Antetokounmpo to the Knicks, suggesting New York might be the only destination he’d consider outside Milwaukee. But the two-time MVP was quick to dismiss the speculation – in typical Giannis fashion.

Who said that? I’m here to represent my team, and that’s it. We beat the Knicks – that’s what matters right now. I didn’t even read that article. I stay away from all that noise… it doesn’t bother me at all.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis doesn’t dwell on the past – he avenges it on the court, one bucket and one win at a time.