Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard made their Bucks debuts together against the Lakers in a preseason game that was highly anticipated

In addition, Lillard enjoyed his first triumph with the group when they defeated a LeBron-less LA squad 108-97.

After the game, Giannis was all over Milwaukee’s new guard, praising him for his influence from the opening tip.

I’ve never played with a guy like him, and he’s a threat, like, going down from half court, he’s already a threat, Antetokounmpo remarked. In the same way that he makes the game simpler for our team and me, I aspire to do the same for him.

“In my eleven seasons with the Bucks, I have never witnessed a player being double-teamed from the opening play of the game. It was unexpected. It’s a practice match. This isn’t a playoff match. This isn’t a typical season match. You know, it’s not a tournament game played during the season. This is a preseason match.

In just 15 minutes of action, Giannis concluded the game with a team-high 16 points, one assist, and eight rebounds.

Although Lillard’s long-range shooting was undoubtedly a tad rusty, three of his 10 field goal attempts were successful.

Together, the pair looked great, particularly when Lillard managed to pass the Greek superstar.

The two-time MVP admitted that things might not work out right away in their partnership, but he is committed to making things work when it matters.

Giannis stated, “It doesn’t matter if it takes a month, two months, or six months.” “In the final regular-season game, we might find it out. Being where we want to be when it counts most is the aim.

Between Giannis and Dame, there appears to be a great deal of mutual respect and understanding.

Lillard is extremely quiet and doesn’t say much, according to Antetokounmpo. He resembles a smaller, more guarded version of myself. You know, just a calm guy who takes care of his family, goes about his business, practices a lot, and shows there. He is vocal when it is called for.

Giannis continued, saying he has “never been this open” and that the 33-year-old Lillard has already “learned so much” from him.

I can’t wait to watch more “Freak Time” on the floor when the Bucks visit Philadelphia for their season opening in Milwaukee.