Giannis Antetokounmpo Demands Better Effort from Bucks
- The Milwaukee Bucks lost to the New York Knicks 116-94, dropping their season record to 2-7.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo criticized the team's lack of intensity and emphasized the need to compete for every possession.
- The Bucks must play harder with their next game against the Boston Celtics approaching.
On November 8, 2024, the Milwaukee Bucks faced a disappointing loss to the New York Knicks, with a final score of 116-94, bringing their season record to 2-7. After the game, star player Giannis Antetokounmpo expressed his frustration with the team's lack of intensity and effort. He emphasized the importance of competing for every possession and suggested that without this level of competitiveness, winning games would be challenging. Antetokounmpo pointed out the contrast between their previous performance and the recent loss, highlighting the need to maintain intensity regardless of the opposition. The Bucks' struggles seem to resonate throughout the team, as Damian Lillard also echoed sentiments of frustration and the need for understanding their successful play style. Antetokounmpo showed support for head coach Doc Rivers, indicating that it was ultimately the players' responsibility to deliver results in games. With a crucial game against the Boston Celtics approaching, Antetokounmpo recognized that without a change in mindset and approach, they could face significant defeat once more.