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Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo 'so happy' for Darvin Ham for landing Lakers job

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Dan Benton | Last updated 5/28/22

Giannis Antetokounmpo isn’t exactly thrilled to see Darvin Ham go, but at the same time, the Milwaukee Bucks superstar is happy to see a deserving man get his due.

Ham, who has been in coaching since 2008, served as the Bucks’ assistant coach since 2018. On Friday, he was hired as the next Los Angeles Lakers head coach.

“I’m so happy for him. He’s the right fit for them. He keeps it real with you. No BS at all. It’s about damn time. He deserves it more than anyone,” Antetokounmpo said, via ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski.

During Ham’s time with the Bucks, Antetokounmpo earned four All-Star appearances, was named the 2019-20 Defensive Player of the Year and NBA MVP twice. They also won an NBA title in 2021.

As happy as Antetokounmpo was for the man he respects, Lakers superstar LeBron James was even happier.

So damn EXCITED!!!!!!!! Congrats and welcome Coach DHam!! #LakeShow

— LeBron James (@KingJames) May 28, 2022

Ham was ultimately chosen over several other finalists, including Golden State Warriors assistant Kenny Atkinson and former Portland Trail Blazers head coach Terry Stotts.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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