As the Milwaukee Bucks have been transformed from one of the NBA’s most perennially mediocre teams into one of the league’s best over the past couple of seasons, the source of their success has been no real secret.
Giannis Antetokounmpo has ascended to the game’s summit, and will likely be crowned MVP for a second consecutive season whenever the current campaign’s awards are given out. Giannis’ phenomenal individual play has automatically elevated the team around him.
Crucially, though, the Bucks have also built brilliantly around their superstar. General manager Jon Horst has constructed a roster that’s designed to be a match for Antetokounmpo’s strengths and play style, while head coach Mike Budenholzer has also implemented a system that maximizes Giannis’ abilities and impact.