Thanasis Antetokounmpo pulling off SHAMGOD move on Hornets star leaves fans in splits

Thanasis shuts down haters with a shammgodd move against the Charlotte Hornets, as his brother lost his calm on the bench.

Thanasis Antetokounmpo pulling off SHAMGOD move on Hornets star leaves fans in splits

Thanasis' streetball moves had everyone in awe (ESPN)

Imagine the scene: the Milwaukee Bucks are in control, up 107-69 against the Charlotte Hornets, and then Thanasis Antetokounmpo decides it’s showtime. Out of nowhere, he dazzles with a Shammgod that leaves JT Thor wondering what zip code he’s in. The finish? A slick layup that does more than just add to the scoreboard; it breaks the internet.

As the Bucks squared off against the Hornets, it was business as usual until Thanasis turned the court into his personal stage. With a few crosses and a shammgod he had the defender lost, and a little spin-hesitation move had Thor lost and chasing the Thanasis in desperation as he made the contact layup.

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What followed was a digital standing ovation from fans, commentators, and even brother and Bucks’ superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. This great play showcased Thanasis’s evolution as a player and his knack for stealing the spotlight, even in brief appearances amid the intense scrutiny he faces over speculations of him being in the NBA just because of his brother.

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Thanasis Antetokounmpo did a little bit of everything in the 11 minutes he played, scoring 4 points, a block, an assist and an offensive board. The star of the show was, however Damian Lillard, recording 26 points, 8 assists, 3 steals and 4 rebounds on 9-18 from the field, and no turnovers.

Fans go overboard on praising Thanasis, compare him to Michael Jordan and Allen Iverson

The internet had a field day over Thanasis bringing a little streetball for the Milwaukee Bucks. Fans unleashed a torrent of tweets that ranged from hilarious comparisons to playful jabs, all in good spirits. Highlights included everything from likening Thanasis to basketball legends to friendly suggestions that Charlotte Hornets’ JT Thor might want to brush up on his resume.

Giannis going crazy on the bench after Thanasis pulls of a shammgod move and scores (ESPN)
Giannis going crazy on the bench after Thanasis pulls off a shammgod move and scores (ESPN)

Here are some fan reactions. As can be seen, most were left stunned with the move:

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This whirlwind of laughter and memes reminds us of the sheer unpredictability and joy sports can inject into our lives. It’s these unscripted moments that elevate the game, transforming it into a collective experience that echoes far beyond the arena.

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