Bam Adebayo's performance against the Washington Wizards was nothing short of historic. Dropping 83 points, he now holds the second-highest single-game scoring record in NBA history, only trailing Wilt Chamberlain. This monumental achievement has the basketball world buzzing, and even Giannis Antetokounmpo is joining in to celebrate Adebayo's feat.
While Giannis was busy with his own game on Tuesday, he couldn't witness Adebayo surpass Kobe Bryant's legendary 81-point mark live. Yet, Antetokounmpo is urging everyone to pause and recognize the significance of what Adebayo accomplished.
Giannis emphasized the importance of celebrating Adebayo's hard work and dedication. “Incredible.
Incredible. Speaks volumes about his hard work.
I haven’t seen the game. I have to watch the game and see,” Giannis remarked after the Milwaukee Bucks' loss to the Phoenix Suns.
“It doesn’t matter how you get it. All that means is that you got it."
He pointed out that years from now, the specifics like free throws or shot attempts won't matter. What will be remembered are the numbers: 81, 100, and now, 83.
Despite some critics focusing on Adebayo's free throws and shot selection, Giannis stands firm in his support. The bond between these two All-Stars goes beyond rivalry, as they share the same agent and mutual respect.
Giannis expressed his happiness for Adebayo, emphasizing the dedication and integrity Bam brings to the game. “I know that his family, his close friends, they’re extremely excited and happy for him,” Giannis added.
“And again, it speaks volumes about his hard work. I know Bam.
He works his butt off every single day. He never cheats the game.”
"It doesn't matter how you get there... 30 years from now, nobody's going to remember how many free throws he shot... at the end of the day, he got 83 points."
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) March 11, 2026
Giannis on Bam Adebayo's big night last night.
(via @Bucks)pic.twitter.com/Vjku27KiUl
As fate would have it, Adebayo and Antetokounmpo are set to face off on Thursday, marking Bam's first game since his record-breaking night. While Giannis is ready to congratulate his friend, he also sent a lighthearted challenge: “He's going to score 82,” Giannis joked, aiming to keep the competitive spirit alive.
This matchup promises to be exciting, not just for the rivalry but for the camaraderie and respect shared between these two stars.