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"One player, one city"in the sports world refers to a player dedicating their entire career to a single team. However, achieving this concept is incredibly challenging. This year, NBA's Bradley Beal has left the Washington Wizards, and signs of departure are also surrounding Damian Lillard. Considering the practical aspects, achieving a ""one player, one city"" scenario is indeed quite difficult. Even Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has never changed teams while playing for the Bucks, is now considering leaving.
Giannis, also known as the Greek Freak, reached the peak of his career with the Bucks. Despite being drafted with a relatively low pick, the Bucks recognized his potential and elevated him to a core player, leading to a mutually beneficial partnership. So logically, we would expect Giannis to remain with the Bucks, and the team would build around him to contend for championships.
However, since winning the NBA championship in the 2020/2021 season, the Bucks have struggled to make significant postseason breakthroughs. Especially in the previous season, the Bucks excelled in the regular season, clinching the league's top spot. But as soon as they entered the playoffs, they were shockingly eliminated by the Miami Heat in the first round. For the Bucks, who aspire to win championships, this was an unacceptable reality. Perhaps it's due to this reason that Giannis has begun contemplating leaving.
Currently, the Bucks' management is actively negotiating a contract extension with Giannis. However, Giannis has expressed that he's in no hurry to renew, essentially putting pressure on the Bucks' management. He wants them to sign players who can genuinely contribute to championship hopes, rather than just patching things up. Otherwise, there's a genuine possibility that he might leave the team. For Giannis, his professional career has a limited timeframe, especially given the controversy surrounding the championship win in the 2020/2021 season. He undoubtedly wants to win another NBA championship, clearing away any doubts and ensuring his career leaves no regrets.
So, whether Giannis will eventually leave or stay remains to be seen. |
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Post time 30-8-2023 11:47:10
