Giannis Antetokounmpo rejects compliment from LeBron James’
LeBron James has made a bold statement about Giannis Antetokounmpo, suggesting that the Milwaukee Bucks star could have scored 250 points in a single game if he had played in the 1970s.
Speaking on The Pat McAfee Show, James praised Giannis for his rare combination of speed, strength, and skill, comparing his dominance to basketball legends of the past.
Giannis Responds with Humility
When asked about LeBron’s comments, Giannis gave a modest response, saying he does not like comparing different eras of basketball.
“It’s a great compliment, but it’s not fair to compare eras,” Giannis said. “If I had played in the 1970s, I would have played the same way as everyone else. The game evolves, and we know more now.”
While LeBron’s comment was likely an exaggeration, the idea that modern players could set records in past eras has been a long-standing debate in sports. Similar discussions have taken place in football, with people wondering how legends like Pele or Diego Maradona would perform in today’s game.
Regardless of the debate, Giannis’ response showed his humility, proving why he is respected both on and off the court.
