Giannis' emotional MVP acceptance speech | 2019 NBA Awards

[@jamariostevens5097]

Giannis is a very humble guy and deserves the MVP for sure

[@5q88]

Zenigundam You’re not a good troll stop.

[@jamariostevens5097]

@@RobbieStacks90 Harden chokes in the playoffs. Every year

[@XXX3134L]

_ Schmitz you are right on the money 🤦🏾‍♂️

[@dr.dan.1971]

Zenigundam The Bucks Swept the Pistons and almost swept the Celtics. How is he soft?? Your comment is stupid and you’re nothing more than a Pathetic Hater.

[@YT-wt7fe]

I agree that he's humble but i found it funny his first line was "I thank God for blessing me with this amazing talent." Obviously didn't mean it in a braggadocious way but I thought he was being sarcastic at first.

[@Tinytorres0606]

“Always want more, but never be greedy” could this man be any more likable?

[@anastav6915]

He said always want more, but never be greedy.

[@shawnlaw89]

Either way it works

[@ic5662]

Lol no it doesn't he's talking about winning a championship which of course he hasn't done yet so 1 more don't work

[@Tinytorres0606]

anast dime lmao you right, I’m bad at understanding accents, thanks for fixing that for me.

[@Tinytorres0606]

IC yeah, I misunderstood cuz I’m bad with accents, regardless it’s still a hell of a quote.

[@Alkomp75]

From a poor neighborhood in Athens to the top of the world......Veronica , you did a great job !!!

[@bensonkaile9606]

God bless his mom, and whole family out there.

[@itstheru274]

"Yes!! i love ❤️ you!! And your family 👪🏾 ❤️ 💕 ♥️ "Giannis you "Awesome Afrikan Warrior King!! Nigerian Awesome Afrikan Warrior King!!🇳🇬

[@marcrose3403]

Let’s ignore his father

[@azariamorris6084]

Ain't gone lie, I shed a tear or two

[@isiahcampbell2790]

Sportz Fanatic same

[@zekec67]

I was drinking a caprisun and the tears started flowing

[@agentbrandt]

Same here.

[@Hr1n3yn]

Or three

[@OmalySamory]

@@Hr1n3yn I shed a lot of tears

[@dwimu26]

THIS GUYS JUST WON NBA CHAMPIONSHIP LITERALLY 10 MINS AGO

[@vincentfiore7588]

Back to back MVP’s and now a ring dudes living the life lmfao

[@dagoatgoat9250]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jordanmallory8883]

@@vincentfiore7588 dpoy wit the second mvp too 😤

[@vincentfiore7588]

@@jordanmallory8883 forgot about that lol idk how

[@BakuranTV]

Already cemented his legacy and unlock the legendary mode.. good guy and humble. That's why he wins it all.

[@NikoBellico_444]

Not even a Bucks fan, but much respect for this amazing player 💯✊.

[@chrisfungamer1547]

Homieyou’re losing her you so fine bruh

[@chrisfungamer1547]

Yea I’m a guy to

[@zykon65]

@@chrisfungamer1547 Ayo??????????

[@ryancollins149]

Join us

[@anasshahid224]

Facts 💯

[@yegipavankumar1821]

"My goal is to win a championship " and he just did it today Milwaukee bucks NBA champions 2021🌟💥

[@Daedae14hunnid]

Whos here after he won his ring🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@Beevensebk]

Me

[@jayking5452]

I remember when the bucks drafted him I said “who the hell is this guy what a waste of a pick” now look what he’s done I apologize giannis congrats!!!!

[@SmithSports]

I remember when i first heard his name, my friend was making fun of the name and i knew it was a Nigerian name, i told him he's probably a beast cause Nigeria don't birth no weak boys... wasn't surprised at all...

[@kapor4641]

@@SmithSports He is from Greece my guy

[@SmithSports]

Whatever helps you sleep at night bruh...

[@hooper157]

FBI he’s also Nigerian

[@SmithSports]

michael giannios he’s only Nigerian. Playing for a country don’t make you from it... does he look like a Papadopulus to you?

[@EternalStar2401]

When you're so good that you've forced millions of people to be able to pronounce your name

[@samslimming2944]

Tell that to flight reacts

[@awellculturedmanofanime1246]

@@samslimming2944 lmfaoooo and now he is calling wembanyama wet banana or smth like that

[@TropicIslandMusic]

From sleeping at his local court in Greece, without citizenship. Man.. what a story.

[@jmacalangi]

I cried. This was unexpected. I only cry when someone is great. I am officially a Giannis fan now. He has got heart.

[@yorkiesmilaandpablo7857]

Giannis will go down as one of the greatest stories the NBA has ever seen! I cant wait till he brings a championship to Milwaukee! There will be movies made about this man's journey. Keep doing what your doing Giannis, you deserve everything you earn!

[@cabezadepan7314]

Just one more right

[@bodilly6221]

I pray he wins tmrw 🙏🏽🤞🏽

[@edwardnewgate7825]

He is now a champion and a finals mvp 🙏 just wow 🤯

[@michaelbillions7998]

There actually is already a movie been made check on KZbin made by Disney

[@noahdamro46]

He’s got a chip, and they about to make him a movie😭

[@38baby17]

Congrats Giannis what what a year you deserve it!

[@trest7306]

Lebron West 'Biological son of Delonte West' it’s MVP for regular season guy, kawhi wasn’t snapping as hard in the normal season.

[@rickyng8848]

You just gotta love em when they're humble

[@razkable]

whats scary is gianiss has the chance to win 2-3 more mvps and finals mvps..this dude doesnt even have a great wing defender or scorer...imagine if he did?..smdh...imagine gianiss curry klay iggy green on the same floor lol

[@jackriddle4017]

He is the epitome of what professional athletes should model themselves after.

[@JaeRocReacts]

I love this dude! Pure beast on the court, yet humble & respectful off the court. Nothin but respect, Greek Freak!! You deserved this! CONGRATS 💯💯

[@HoustonsRealest]

Goddamn onions out today man 🙌🏼 Well deserved congratulations Giannis and hope u get many more

[@ShaunbirKlair24]

Lilmula Inspirational story, but not inspirational talent. Born 6”11 and athletic

[@HoustonsRealest]

shaunbir klair He just a hater bro i see him every where on boxing and basketball videos

[@yehnah2680]

Zenigundam you’re an alpha male warrior that takes it up the arse

[@5q88]

Zenigundam So Brook shooting like shit in the playoffs didn’t contribute to the Bucks losing also? Giannis is literally one of the most stand up people in the NBA. You can dislike him as a player but if you dislike his character there’s something wrong with you.

[@George-dk6yb]

@@RobbieStacks90 ACTUALLY ALPHAS ARE THE ONES WITH HEART, NOT just a shallow pussy beta like you... Next

[@maolor1603]

Not only a tremendous player but also a really example to what a men is

[@RASTAGOOB]

The part when his brother had his head down crying got me bad man.

[@muxandre]

Just like me.. Those brothers know so much of where he has come from.. Well done dude!

[@katrinalorraine9739]

😭😭😭

[@ColinPatrickWeiss]

he always says the right thing, interviews, this, just off the top of his head, you can tell he isn't just a good basketball player but a GREAT human.

[@godisgreat418]

First of all He Said “GOD IS GOOD” and indeed God is Good.

[@yk7mike11]

Greatest speech i heard in my life

[@ilyesbenamar4578]

Me too

[@elizakallis6148]

And not even his first language

[@stephaniesnider7580]

I agree with you

[@harrysalt5277]

Greekest speech 🇬🇷

[@giorgosbadas]

Giannis was just a kid from Greece who just became mvp of the greatest league of all time ....imagine the work he’s done ✅

[@bobbykeenz6402]

Two years later he’s putting up Historic numbers in the NBA FINALS!💪🏾🔥🔥

[@anakbawanx]

And that superb block of Q4 game #4.

[@cabezadepan7314]

And just one win away

[@alfayaadzaman4689]

A week later he won

[@luistabares7830]

Yo what the hell? Why am I crying 😭😭 Giannis is the man!!!

[@ronprasad1713]

you don't have to be mean to Luis tabares

[@user-fl8ng9np7v]

@@malikholmes5045 shut the fuck up. Everyone cries

[@malikholmes5045]

@@user-fl8ng9np7v I understand why Giannis cries. But this guy Luis Taberes??? COME ON GROW UP BUDDY

[@jayde5874]

And now he’s an NBA champion

[@joseduarte8998]

God is good

[@dylan54945]

Yeah this always makes me cry pretty hard. Being born and raised in Wisconsin, I love this man. Such a humble and amazing man. And the fact that he chose to stay in Milwaukee when he easily could have left. Hope he brings us a chip!

[@AlexandrosMpothos]

I hope you're ready to get loud boys! Your chip is on the way with giannis' signature

[@Thraxxx03]

He brought a ring to your city! This comment will resonate with you for years, I guarantee it.

[@DavyHatunga]

He said He's goal is to win the championship no matter what, NOW WHAT ?? SO INSPIRATIONAL TO SEE HE JUST DID IT

[@sambo416]

Now alwys want more but no greed

[@Abraham_Yusif]

The Last name means a lot His father was got to him the most during his speech well deserved keep on getting better this is just the beginning

[@juanramoncitomacalde3442]

A very humble guy. First time to hear thanking a father for what he did and support in an MVP award. One win away for your wish bro! Champions!

[@KCNwokoye]

Beautiful soul. Beautiful human being. Beautiful family.

[@ebraheemkhalife2822]

I'm a huge rockets and harden fan and really hoped harden won the MVP but after seeing Gianni's speech, I feel happy that he got it.

[@JRams-ix6bt]

Are you still a Harden fan? Cuz that dude has zero heart

[@jeremygumila8419]

Who’s ready to see him get this ring

[@christianwilliams9203]

It’s about to happen very soon

[@AlexandrosMpothos]

Me! Over here✌

[@WebMentorCR]

From selling shoes and purses in the streets of Athens, to being an MVP in the NBA. Only he knows the sacrifices he had to endure through a journey like this. Those tears represent said journey and I cannot help but to cry when I see him do so. My biggest respect to you Giannis, because in the end, you are an ordinary man who has made extraordinary things through sacrifice. It takes a man, a real man, to cry like this and admit his true emotions.

[@kevin084life]

Both his parents were athletes. Mum was a high jumper and dad was football player. Athleticism runs in the blood, he's got amazing genetics. Emotional backstory, he went through it all during his upbringing.

[@dondada7058]

He's a legend. 2 MVPs, 1 FMVP, 1 DPOY, 1 Championship ring and counting. Respect from a warriors fan.

[@jameswade1317]

Well deserving MVP. Big G is the role model that the NBA needs! 💯

[@leetraviusmckay2919]

Giannis just made the whole world cry so humbled and focused well earned and deserved MVP 👏👏👏

[@leeenglish6176]

When u just need to cry n let it out. Just watch this speech!!

[@izytonv]

"My goal is to win the championship".... Spoken into existence!!

[@ViolentAce]

You kept your promise to Kobe 🙏🏽

[@cesar5478]

What was the promise?

[@jamesmerquita90]

@@cesar5478 to be the mvp. the challenged i think was tweeted by kobe on 2016

[@hollowsnags5323]

KCSpades this hits different now. He definitely kept his promise

[@minge9]

@@jamesmerquita90 and when he got his MVP, Kobe challenged him to win a championship... A CHAMP NOW!

[@nunyabusiness1406]

🗣THAT PART!

[@supak108]

It’s a beautiful thing to see a dream come true. Congratulations to the young man, a tremendous player and a humble guy with a great perspective.

[@peacelove1773]

Harden didnt show up cus he knew he wasnt get it lmao

[@FirstPlace97]

fax

[@Seif97ify]

Tired of getting robbed.

[@jaydag24]

He deserved it more than dude. But I like Giannis more.

[@byOrbaa]

@John Homes he almost Avg 40 pts 6 rebounds and 7.5 assists

[@gibblers]

Remarkable SeiF the only thing he gets robbed of is the ball because of all the turnovers

[@kellihwilliams7580]

This guy is now on his way to possibly winning a championship. So surreal and he is such a winner, no matter what. He has the heart of a real champion; humility and confidence.

[@polytrelaras1]

And he got it!

[@yoam7859]

Man I’m not even a bucks fan but I can’t help loving Giannis he is the most likeable person in the NBA

[@omeromercevic5653]

He fulfilled he's goal. Congrats Giannis you are really an inspiration

[@DaddyGates0810]

He thanked God first ESPN

[@emilioanzaldo7540]

Can't forget about JC3

[@rynxuz]

It’s espn

[@obipng]

Bradley beal thanked God too

[@patricksantino4131]

i thought greek people have many gods like zeus odin who did he thank tho?

[@jesusislord9758]

patrick santino God of Abraham.

[@brayden_lewis_]

Giannis deserves all of it I’m in tears because of this Luv u Giannis 🇬🇷🇬🇷💯💯

[@aidangrant7495]

True inspiration to me. GA was the one who got me into basketball. Watching the bucks win all the time got me off my ass and got me start to playing basketball and local courts and play for my school team.. Living in Milwaukee and seeing your team rise like that is one of the greatest things ever.

[@penzotoko6619]

I'll second that.

[@leroyrodgers6089]

Such a beautiful speech. Im up here balling. This is the first of 3 MVPs for him. Maybe 4. Dude is special and seeing his passion inspires me to be better.

[@dylanwildofficial]

Most humble nba player to ever do it, I lost my dad too this really hits hard.

[@peacelove1773]

This is what true heart, fight, perseverance, love, dedication, and honesty sounds like. Young studs take notice. You are looking at what it takes to separate yourself from average into greatness. Giannis...you are the real MVP.

[@mattk741]

Everybody loves Giannis. Such a humble dude, he just stays in his lane (pun intended) and does his own thing

[@kostasyfantis]

Congratulations, Giannis! Well deserved. And thanks for making us cry with you tonight!

[@NIO623]

I always come here once a year for a good cry. Giannis and his family are so wholesome. His parents did and awesome job raising them amid harsh and poverty conditions in Greece. 🇳🇬 forever

[@DavidMartinez-sv7fb]

Very well deserved, humble kid who just wants to play ball and help his family, Great Job this year young man hope a championship is in your future

[@zohaibchaudhri]

This is what’s so good about sport in general. People come from TOUGH backgrounds and when they finally get here, they cherish everyone who supported them❤️

[@Dinkdoo96]

Wow, he damn near made me cry, felt like that was me up there speaking, he deserved MVP, with no questions

[@angelinapapadopoulou]

Bravo Giannis here we are watching you here from Greece and we are just very very proud.!! Ευχαριστούμε από τα βάθη της καρδιάς μας παικταρά!

[@jvmesnfl]

Giannis = Greece Doncic = Slovenia Gobert = France Siakam = Cameroon Raptors = Canada

[@coolhands4444]

JM Productions Ntilikina=France

[@Semtex7139]

Coolhands444 Giannis = Nigerian/Greece. He’s not white stop acting like it you dumb fucks

[@coolhands4444]

Hersi G what

[@absoluteretard9396]

Hersi G what?

[@Semtex7139]

Coolhands444 Give credit to Nigeria too. No white Greece player would ever be in this position.

[@TheVijaiParadigm]

Just 2 years later, he'd be a champion and finals MVP. Amazing.

[@coenkeat]

When you watch Giannis cry, you start to cry yourself. Even two years later.

[@woah.one89]

even 4 years later

[@coenkeat]

@@woah.one89 Almost 5... time flies.

[@woah.one89]

@@coenkeat no doubt make every day count.

[@ryinsane1544]

Had to watch this again after Bucks nailed the 2021 Championship. You truly deserved it Giannis. Humble as always. Congrats!

[@razorramon5937]

Damn Giannis got me with the watery eyes 😭😭😭 congrats man 💯

[@SujoyChakravarthi93]

"For his name is Long and Full of Letters - THE KING IN THE EAST!" - Game of Zones

[@dopeconcepts1607]

This hit harder after watching RISE.

[@NintyPrime]

He is literally the most impossible to hate player in the entire NBA. Everything for him is about respect. Family. Religion. Hard work. Harden last year when he won it felt like he was all swagger about it. Like it should be handed to him. All this week everyone talked about how Giannis isn't the real MVP it's Kawhi. I know MVP is just about what you do on the court - but Giannis is just a special person. You can't do anything but have respect for him and love how much he really cares about this accomplishment but isn't satisfied. How much appreciation and tbh, respect he is putting back into what the MVP award should mean. If the fans, media, your own peers say you are the best player in the world, that should mean something. I get that media has shifted to Kawhi because he won the title. And I get it. Of Giannis and the bucks had done it instead you know the narrative already. Doesn't matter. I don't know how anyone dislikes this video.

[@Xurski]

I turned this on so I can intentionally shed a tear real quick

[@Overly_nourished_entity]

Awe! I love when a man can show his emotions like that!!

[@johnwayne4651]

We seen this man turn Milwaukee around. All his trophies deserved 💯💯💯

[@ben_jeru]

And now I'm here because he's finally a champion. Can't be any more proud for the guy

[@jayfairman3570]

“Always want more but never be greedy”

[@sukuan69]

What a great human being. I'm so happy he won his championship this year!

[@desertrataz3774]

Beautiful speech. What a humble guy. Well deserved honor. Congratulations 💜

[@obitriceforlife5771]

Who’s here after he became NBA champion?

[@rasheydk]

The documentary was amazing 🔥🔥 hope he wins another championship

[@cakessoosweet6131]

This man just made me cry at work...damn it!!! Well deserved...hope God covers him with a healing spirit.....I am routing for you Giannis...

[@GamerModeTwentyThree]

Giannis is letting his emotions out and we are proud of you and we all respect you continue to battle and work hard winning and mvp is great but the goal is to win a championship keep chasing and being greatness you have the potential and the athleticism but congratulations giannis

[@shoemanque]

I’m here just cuz the dude said it, and won, and deserves it. Well played Giannis👍

[@vocovlogz1934]

One of the best MVP speech. Full of greatness and humility. 🦌🏆 🥺

[@kiondregraham3977]

Who's here as the Bucks are on the cusp of winning the championship that Giannis just spoke about!

[@rayneozier]

Not long ago this young man was selling items on the streets of Greece so his family could eat. Now he is the MVP of the NBA. It goes to show that NOTHING is impossible if your willing to work hard and put God first.

[@erich1380]

Items?

[@rayneozier]

@@erich1380 by "items" i mean anything they could get their hands on to try and sell.

[@yoam7859]

God had nothing to do with that

[@malikjesus415]

Hard work pays off congratulations you deserve it keep the hard work next year you will win the championship

[@jayexl479]

Much deserved this man grinded all season , came short in the playoffs but just his consistency and improvement on his game and his team is something to be proud of . Class act guy and I see more in the future

[@ericthibodeau6821]

@@rhysmatthew5215 no he did kawhi shut him down

[@ArtificeSounds]

This year has been amazing a great player who is truly humble and with a good heart got the recognition he deserves and earned. Congratulations Giannis!🎉

[@chrispimentel7817]

Here after Giannis wins the championship 2 years later. legendary stuff

[@Josiande]

Congrats Giannis, more blessings your way, Humility precede the Glory 🙏🙏🙏

[@jamisonbeshears7334]

Who’s here after bucks tied the finals series 2-2

[@agentbrandt]

Me!!

[@srt_vince392]

inspirational fr

[@jayboyuno6398]

Giannis definitely earned this MVP. Not even in his prime yet, hes already a beast, Congrats brotha!

[@Kdizzol1]

Maaan I teared up like a sad puppy well deserved

[@CBackwardz]

Enough to make a grown man cry

[@lilreeseeify]

Yeah it's a wrap he never leaving Milwaukee in his prime

[@wilfredolazo3122]

🤡

[@gabrille1709]

Fax he even said Milwaukee will always be his home, plus khris is like family to him they’ve been playing together since Giannis got drafted

[@elizakallis6148]

@@wilfredolazo3122 he’s Greek we are loyal and we don’t abandon people who we owe that got us to where we are. You wouldn’t understand

[@AlexandrosMpothos]

@@elizakallis6148 well said. I couldn't agree more

[@carmelitastrong7871]

He’s a humble and appreciative of the people who supported him, and thanking God First.

[@mando7353]

NOW HE IS A FINALS MVP

[@thekangarate7760]

LETSGOOOO

[@jdac22]

Well deserved!! Extremely happy for Giannis winning the MVP!

[@AD34022]

Oh my god... if we win Tuesday, I will cry

[@jeetjhurmarwala]

i think everyone will, he deserves it

[@VonTack-]

this must’ve aged wel

[@jfcruz91]

Very inspiring! You are now a NBA Champion Giannis and NBA Finals MVP! Super Congrats! You deserved it! God bless :)

[@1776-h6o]

Now that's a good pick right there!

[@KamsPoliticalPredictions]

You deserve it Giannis! Congrats from a Grizzlies fan!