“I said it; initially, I was like, ‘I want to go to Miami.’ He [Jimmy Butler] was a big part of that. It didn’t happen. I’m here now. But our relationship will be the same. The same respect. It’s just something that didn’t happen. It was out of his control and mine.”
Damian Lillard
While Lillard didn’t get his wish to play with the Heat, he still maintains a great chance at a deep playoff run. The Bucks signed superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo to a massive contract extension today.
The pairing of Antetokounmpo and Lillard is one that should be dangerous for many years to come. While Lillard didn’t get his wish of going to Miami, he acknowledged the excitement of being with the Bucks.
“I think this is the best basketball situation for me.”
Damian Lillard
While not going to his dream destination, the Bucks are an amazing consultation prize. The team is without a doubt a top-end team in the entire NBA this year. Antetokounmpo and Lillard could easily be the best duo in the league. It will make for an interesting season to see just how good the team can do.
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