How many rings does Giannis Antetokounmpo have?

The Greek Freak, as he is belovedly known, Antetokounmpo is one of the best power forwards in the NBA.


How many rings does Giannis Antetokounmpo have?

Giannis Antetokounmpo (Image: FS)

Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is one of the best players in the NBA today. His rise to prominence and utter supremacy displayed on the courts has already earned him a seat among the greats. So exactly how many rings has Giannis Antetokounmpo won?

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Drafted in 2013, Antetokounmpo is already an eight-time All-Star. The ‘Greek Freak’ as he is widely known, Giannis is only the third player after Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and LeBron James to have won two regular season MVPs before turning 26.

One of the NBA’s most prominent forwards, Antetokounmpo’s stellar career has been in the topflight as the Greek Freak continues to amaze fans and dazzle opponents day in and day out. In fact, Giannis holds one of the most expensive NBA contracts of all-time, curtsy of his exceptional displays on the court.

Player nameGiannis Sina Ugo Antetokounmpo
BornDecember 6, 1994
Rings countOne
Ring years2021
Teams he won rings withMilwaukee Bucks 
Drafted year2013
Drafted byMilwaukee Bucks 

How many rings does Giannis Antetokounmpo have?

Antetokounmpo has won one NBA championship to date with the Milwaukee Bucks. Beating the Phoenix Suns in 6 Games, the Greek Freak led his team to their second historic franchise title.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo
Giannis Antetokounmpo (via AP)

His exceptional regular season run followed by playoffs performances was crucial in their title campaign. Giannis spearheaded the charge in the Finals series as well and was named Finals MVP.

When did Giannis Antetokounmpo win his ring?

Antetokounmpo won his first and only NBA Championship in 2021 against the Phoenix Suns. It is the second-ever franchise Championship title of the Milwaukee Bucks.

Giannis Antetokounmpo
Giannis Antetokounmpo (via AP)

The Bucks had won only one Championship back in 1971 until their 2021 NBA Championship. In fact, Giannis led the Bucks to their first-ever Finals appearance in 47 years.

2021: Cementing Bucks Legacy and Finals MVP

Following his regular season MVP performances from the previous two seasons, Giannis played an integral part for the Milwaukee Bucks as they coursed on their journey to the Finals. Drawing an end to the regular season with a 46–26 record, Bucks secured the third seed in the Eastern Conference for the playoffs.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo rings
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Later in the Eastern Conference Semifinals, Antetokounmpo helped the Bucks secure their series win over the Brooklyn Nets. The power forward averaged 31.9 points, 12.9 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game. In an unfortunate turn of events, he sustained a left knee injury during the third quarter of Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Atlanta Hawks. But on a brighter note, Antetokounmpo was able to return just in time for the NBA finals vs. Phoenix Suns.

Having lost the first two games in the series, the Milwaukee Bucks came back to win the championship in style. Antetokounmpo scored 50 points, 14 rebounds, and five blocks in Game 6 to lift the title for the Bucks.

NBA Milwaukee Bucks Giannis Antetokounmpo
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Having averaged 35.2 points, 13.2 rebounds, 5.0 assists, 1.2 steals, and 1.8 blocks in the Finals series and was named Finals MVP. With their first Championship in 50 years, Antetokounmpo’s legacy had already been cemented in the Milwaukee Bucks’ history.

Who has more rings, Kevin Durant or Giannis Antetokounmpo?

Kevin Durant has won two NBA Championship rings to date in his career, one more than Giannis. He won both his Championship titles with the Golden State Warriors in the 2017 and 2018 NBA Finals.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant
Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Durant (via Instagram)

It remains to be seen if Antetokounmpo can take over Durant’s ring count as the two forwards continue dominating the courts.

FAQs

Q. Which franchise drafted Giannis Antetokounmpo in the NBA?

The Milwaukee Bucks drafted Giannis Antetokounmpo in the 2013 NBA Draft.

Q. How old is Giannis Antetokounmpo?

Giannis Antetokounmpo is 29 years old.

Q. How many NBA Finals has Giannis Antetokounmpo played?

Giannis Antetokounmpo has played one Finals series in his career, winning the Championship against the Phoenix Suns in six games.

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Q. Which team does Giannis Antetokounmpo play for now?

Giannis Antetokounmpo plays forward for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA.

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