Giannis Antetokounmpo left speechless following tragic death of George Floyd

George Floyd's tragic death at hands of Minneapolis policemen has led to widespread protests against police brutality in United States. Over last week, hoards of protestors have flocked to streets in order to express ir disbelief and outr over George Floyd death. NBA stars such as LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Dwyane Wade, Stephen Jackson, Jayson Tatum and ors have voiced ir outr regarding prevalent racism in country and expressed solidarity with protestors over last couple of days. Milwaukee Bucks star and reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was initially silent over George Floyd death, also took to Twitter to express his opinion on current situation that has led to riots in America.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo posted above tweet on his official handle on Sunday. In what was a straightforward mess, Giannis Antetokounmpo called for unity among Americans at such a crucial st in country's history. Giannis Antetokounmpo and rest of Bucks stars expressed ir solidarity with African-Americans who have been targeted repeatedly by police personnel. Protests against such instances of police brutality have entered day five w with certain foreign nations also joining in on battle against racism. 'Justice for George Floyd' rallies were seen in London, Japan and Germany as well over last weekend.

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Minneapolis police officer, Derek Chauvin, who was identified as man seen kneeling on George Floyd's neck which ultimately led to his demise has been taken into custody on third-degree murder and manslaughter charges. Minnesota Timberwolves star Karl Anthony-Towns was also seen out on streets protesting despite losing his mor to COVID-19 in April. Last month, NBA stars also spoke out on death of Ahmaud Arbery who was killed by white supremacists while he was out jogging. 

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