Twitter reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo signing historic $228.2 million contract extension with Bucks
The basketball world weighed in on Antetokounmpo's new contract, which is the richest in NBA history

One of the biggest storylines entering the 2020-21 NBA season was whether Giannis Antetokounmpo would stay with the Milwaukee Bucks. That question was answered Tuesday as Antetokounmpo said he was signing a five-year supermax contract extension that is reportedly worth $228.2 million.
In addition, Antetokounmpo's contract is the richest in NBA history. He had until Dec. 21 to sign the Bucks' supermax contract extension, so the two sides were able to get a deal done with some time to spare.
Shortly after the news of the new pact broke, Antetokounmpo took to social media to express his gratitude for getting the deal done.
"This is my home, this is my city," Antetokounmpo wrote. "I'm blessed to be able to be a part of the Milwaukee Bucks for the next 5 years. Let's make these years count. The show goes on, let's get it."
Despite being eliminated by the Miami Heat in the Eastern Conference semifinals in the bubble, the Bucks made a huge statement by showing Antetokounmpo that the franchise is motivated to win an NBA title. They went out and acquired guard Jrue Holiday in a huge trade that sent three first-round picks along with guards Eric Bledsoe and George Hill out of town.
As should come as no surprise, Antetokounmpo's contract extension had NBA players and fans alike talking about the big decision:
Jimmy Butler asked about Giannis signing supermax extension. He says he likes going through the league's best, noting: "Can't wait for the Heat vs. Bucks matchup."
— Anthony Chiang (@Anthony_Chiang) December 15, 2020
Giannis made the right decision by getting his lettuce and staying in Milwaukee. Salute @Giannis_An34 💯💪🏾
— Kendrick Perkins (@KendrickPerkins) December 15, 2020
Thrilled to keep another MVP in the Cream City! Congrats, @Giannis_An34 & @Bucks! 💪💪 https://t.co/5VVZxDdpKn
— Milwaukee Brewers (@Brewers) December 15, 2020
I met him one Sunday as he was just standing around outside my office in the media center at Lambeau Field. He was a VIP that day for the #Packers game. Waved to the fans on the scoreboard. Could not be nicer. Asked questions. Congrats Giannis & #Bucks. Now get ‘er done! pic.twitter.com/7VlsGfLsO4
— Mike Clemens (@MikeClemensNFL) December 15, 2020
Today should be a Milwaukee holiday!! I literally can’t work anymore today. Dying of excitement. Something good in 2020!! Thank you @Giannis_An34! Let’s goooooo @Bucks
— Felisa (@FelisaFefe) December 15, 2020
Giannis got 5/228 but PG re-signed for 4/190???
— Trill Withers (@TylerIAm) December 15, 2020
The fact that @Giannis_An34 you will now make $117,000 a day for the next 5 years blows my mind.
— boizuko (@boizuko1) December 15, 2020
Giannis has re-signed with the #Bucks
— Eli Joseph (@DrewtimusPrime) December 15, 2020
Bucks fans everywhere: pic.twitter.com/NeyCT2Db2k
















