As the Milwaukee Bucks stand on the brink of elimination, all eyes are on Giannis Antetokounmpo and his efforts to keep his team alive. With the Indiana Pacers having erected a 3-1 lead in their first-round series, some observers are speculating whether this could be the last dance for Antetokounmpo in a Bucks uniform.
On top of this situation, the Greek Freak has to carry an even heavier load in Game 5 as his co-star Damian Lillard has been sidelined with a torn Achilles. Though the task of overcoming a 1-3 deficit in the playoffs is not impossible, it’s incredibly difficult — but Antetokounmpo, a former Finals MVP, is expected to take on the challenge all the same.
As Game 5 began on Tuesday night in Indiana, Antetokounmpo got off to a prolific start, putting up seven points, two rebounds, two assists, and one steal in the first quarter. Setting the tone offensively, the two-time MVP attacked the rim and even got a three-pointer to go, helping the Bucks establish a 13-0 lead at one point.
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