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We Need to Stop Calling Giannis Antetokounmpo an Alien

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Milwaukee’s Giannis Antetokounmpo is a unique player, one who often defies traditional comparisons but inspires grandiose ones all the same. In honor of his All-Star selection, we’re re-examining his singular makeup in search of offbeat comparisons befitting of the Bucks’ unconventional star. Today, we examine why “alien” isn’t a useful moniker and designate a better fictional comparison.

At first glance, one may assume this is an article to implore people to stop calling Giannis Antetokounmpo an alien, and at first glance, you’d be right.