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Semi Ojeleye gets first NBA start for one reason - Giannis Antetokounmpo

If can ever improve his offensive game, he will become a real gem found in the second round of the 2017 NBA draft. Brad Stevens has already labeled him as an elite defender, even as a rookie. He was in the starting line-up in Boston's win over the Milwaukee Bucks for one main reason - to guard do-everything Bucks star, Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Semi not only started the game. He played a total of 31 minutes, and they were valuable ones for Boston. It was a surprise not only for fans, but also for Ojeleye himself.