Giannis Antetokounmpo had a head of steam, and that's a recipe for a defensive disaster.
But as the Milwaukee Bucks star barreled down the lane and headed for the rim, the Thunder's Josh Huestis put up a fight. He contested at the rim, and Antetokounmpo's second-quarter layup attempt rimmed out.
Huestis gave his best effort against “The Greek Freak” in Oklahoma City's 97-95 loss to the Bucks Friday night at Chesapeake Energy Arena.
Once he got some minutes, he did enough to demand more.
With Paul George sidelined by left knee soreness, the Thunder started Alex Abrines against Milwaukee, but against the Bucks' length and athleticism, Abrines struggled defensively.