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Giannis Antetokounmpo Introduced by Miami Heat

Giannis Antetokounmpo said he wants another championship as the Heat add two former Milwaukee Bucks teammates to a reshaped roster.

  • On Thursday, the Miami Heat officially introduced Giannis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis at Kaseya Center, marking a dramatic offseason reshaping of the franchise's championship aspirations.
  • Miami Heat President Pat Riley spearheaded the acquisition, calling the day the culmination of years admiring the players' games and pursuing one of the NBA's biggest stars.
  • Heat coach Erik Spoelstra praised Portis as "one of the best shooting bigs in the league," noting his physical style and versatility address Miami's front-court needs.
  • Giannis explained his shift to No. 7 as a tribute to Milwaukee, adding he is eager to anchor the defense alongside center Bam Adebayo moving forward.
  • Seeking to win another championship, Giannis said he "thrives under pressure" and believes Miami provides the environment to reach the next level of his career.
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