Nicolo Melli was asked how Italy will try to slow down Giannis Antetokounmpo He said that's Pozzecco's job Pozzecco's response A friend of mine is a sniper We will put him on the top probably in the first quarter Melli was in disbelief What kind of friends you have

MILWAUKEE, THIS IS FOR YOU - Giannis, with the All Star MVP trophy

Off the Knicks turnover Siakam leaks out for the fastbreak layup On the following possession OG Anunoby hits the fadeaway over Turner to beat the 2nd quarter buzzer

Sixers Stats Joel Embiid is the first player since blocks became an official stat in 73-74 to post 130 points 30 rebounds 20 assists and 10 blocks over a three-game span Since 1112 Embiid is averaging 443 points 107 rebounds 73 assists and 40 blocks per contest

Thanasis Antetokounmpo punctuates the Bucks' rout of the Hornets with a Thanasty putback slam