Milwaukee Bucks: 5 expectations for Giannis Antetokounmpo in 2018-19

MILWAUKEE, WI - APRIL 20: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks walks to the sideline prior to the opening tip against the Boston Celtics of game three of round one of the Eastern Conference playoffs at the Bradley Center on April 20, 2018 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

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MILWAUKEE, WI – APRIL 20: Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks dunks over Aron Baynes #46 of the Boston Celtics during the second half of game three of round one of the Eastern Conference playoffs at the Bradley Center on April 20, 2018 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

5. Averages 28 points per 36 minutes

Antetokounmpo has increased his points per game and points per 36 minutes every single year of his career. Every. Single. Year. That’s remarkable for a player who is now a two-time All-Star and one of the very best in the NBA.

The important aspect to notice here is that it’s points per 36 minutes. It’s easier to increase your points per game when your minutes are going up every year, similar to what Antetokounmpo’s experienced. However, it’s more difficult to continue to improve your points per 36 minutes, something that is a measure of efficiency.

Fortunately, under new head coach Mike Budenholzer’s system, Antetokounmpo will find much easier looks at the basket. Budenholzer prefers a system that moves the ball and has calculated plays in order to maximize the talent of the players on the floor. This should allow Antetokounmpo more easy buckets than ever.

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