Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo MVP rant features Matrix impression, ‘worst player in NBA’ quip

Does Giannis Antetokounmpo believe he deserves the MVP in 2023-24? He recently used a “Matrix” example to explain his thoughts on the MVP conversation, via Sam Amick of The Athletic.

“I’m never going to make myself look like I’m crying for a trophy,” Antetokounmpo said. “One thing I’m never going to do is, I’m never going to fall into the bubble, (and) I believe this is a bubble. This is a matrix.

“Have you seen that movie ‘Matrix,’ with Neo? It’s reality, and they’re on this ship, and then they put this… And then he (escapes), and he’s incredible.”

Giannis continued by stating he refuses to fall into the “bubble.” He’s focused on more than basketball, such as his family and off-the-court responsibilities as well.

Of course, Giannis Antetokounmpo still wants to win. He’s just seemingly making the point that there is more to life than basketball. Giannis later made a “worst player in the NBA” remark that will catch fans’ attention.

“I feel like I’m the worst player in the NBA. I’ll be honest with you. I feel like in a moment this can be taken away from me.”

Giannis obviously is not the worst player in the NBA. But does he belong in the MVP conversation?

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP case