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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.