Giannis Antetokounmpo Ascends NBA Scoring Ranks, Making History In Bucks' Clash Against Pacers

Photo: Instagram/Giannis Antetokounmpo

During the Wednesday game against the Indiana Pacers, Giannis Antetokounmpo achieved a remarkable feat, etching his name in NBA history.

The Milwaukee Bucks, currently holding the second seed in the Eastern Conference with a 24-9 record in 33 games, faced off against the Pacers on their home turf. 

Antetokounmpo's pivotal moment occurred as he surpassed Jack Sikma's all-time scoring record of 17,287, securing the 94th spot on the list. The next milestone for the two-time MVP is to surpass Michael Finley's point total of 17,306.

Photo: Instagram/Giannis Antetokounmpo

Antetokounmpo, in his 11th season with the Bucks, entered the game with impressive season averages of 30.9 points, 11.3 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.2 blocks per game. Notably, he maintained a shooting accuracy of 60.6% from the field and 20.4% from three-point range across 32 games.

Despite their recent loss to the Pacers at home with a score of 122-113, the Bucks have displayed consistency, boasting an 8-2 record in their last ten games.


In the Wednesday matchup, Antetokounmpo played for 37 minutes, contributing 30 points, 18 rebounds, 11 assists, one steal, and two blocks, showcasing his well-rounded skills.

Looking ahead, the Bucks will take on the San Antonio Spurs in Texas on Thursday. As they continue their season, the team holds an 8-6 record on the road, reflecting their performance in away games. 


Antetokounmpo's enduring impact on the Bucks is evident in his career averages of 23.0 points, 9.7 rebounds, 4.7 assists, 1.1 steals, and 1.3 blocks per game, along with leading the team to seven consecutive playoff appearances and clinching the 2021 NBA Championship. (Source: Sports Illustrated)

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