The Milwaukee Bucks gave an amazing performance against the Denver Nuggets on Monday. Bucks outscored Nuggets in every quarter. At last they won the game (112-95).
But the moment from the game that went viral was when Thanasis Antetokounmpo was called for an 8-second violation during the last minute of the game. Teammate Damian Lillard could not help but laugh at the situation. But in the viral video, it seems like Lillard stops himself from laughing after looking at Giannis Antetokounmpo, Thanasis’s brother.
The 8-second violation is called when a player after acquiring possession keeps the ball in the backcourt for more than eight seconds. At the time, Bucks had a 10-point lead, hence it did not affect the team much. But it was definitely a hilarious moment on its own.
The Bucks have lost three of their last five games, so this win was important for them as the Nuggets are one of the best teams in the Western Conference. Giannis scored a double-double with 36 points and a season-high 18 rebounds with 5 assists.
Fans react to Damian Lillard controlling his laughter after Thanasis’ foul
Thanasis is known for the drastic difference between his and his brother’s skills as a basketball player. Being a former MVP, Giannis plays a key role in the Bucks organization. Some fans even believe that the only reason Thanasis plays for the Bucks is because of his brother.
Damian Lillard (Image via Open Source, X)There are many times when Thanasis goes viral for his poor game. Today was also one of them, as fans enjoyed Lillard’s reaction to Thanasis’s 8-second violation. Fans were claiming that Lillard stopped laughing after he looked at Giannis.
Dame about to laugh then saw giannis lmao
— Kevin Arenas (@kevzair) February 13, 2024
At what point does the rest of the league just start openly making fun of this guy
— thepeoplestake (@peoplestakeNBA) February 9, 2024
Bro is free comedy what is this 😭😭
— Makisha🩻⚒️ (@hepiboj) February 9, 2024
Dame was like “Connington you saw that….oh ok nevermind then” 😂😂😂
— FOREVER GRATEFUL (@jaygenuine1) February 13, 2024
Thanasis is currently averaging 0.9 points, 0.4 rebounds, and 0.5 assists with 50.0 FG%. At the same time, his brother is in the top 5 of the MVP ladder this season.
