Through two games of the East Semis, the Heat have muted the impact of reigning (and expected two-time) MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, racing out to a 2–0 lead in the process. After averaging 29.5 points, 13.6 rebounds, and 5.6 assists during the regular season, the Greek Freak is putting up 23.5 points, 12 rebounds, and 6 assists a night after two games against Miami. The counting stats aren’t even terrible for Antetokounmpo—a testament to his greatness—and he put up something much closer to a typical statline in Game 2. And yet, the Bucks’ offensive rating is a shocking 102.
Giannis Needs to Have an MVP Response to the Heat’s Swarming Defense
