Published 17:48 IST, December 2nd 2019

After LeBron James, Giannis Antetokounmpo surprises young fan with game-worn kicks

After LeBron James gifted his game-worn shoes to a young fan, Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo followed his example by doing the same after win over Hornets.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo may be ruthless on NBA court, but it appears that Milwaukee Bucks star has a heart of gold. Just ask 17-year-old Bucks fan, Hunter Peterson. After Bucks romped to ir 11th straight win against Charlotte Hornets at Fiserv Forum this past weekend, Giannis Antetokounmpo me an orable gesture that won hearts of Bucks fans all around world. 

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NBA: Greek Freak wins hearts at Fiserv Forum

Reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo registered a 26-point display against Hornets, with 9 rebounds and 4 assists. After leing Bucks to ir 17th win in 2019-20 NBA season, "Greek Freak" decided to hand his game shoes to a young fan in crowd, 17-year-old Hunter Peterson, a senior at Nicolet High School with Down Syndrome. Hunter Peterson is also a part of Milwaukee Bucks Hoops Troop, Bucks' official cheerleing unit that welcomes fans at Fiserv Forum and also interacts with m during NBA games. 

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reigning MVP proceeded to hand young Bucks fan his game shoes and posed for a picture with Hunter. Bucks fan appeared ecstatic as he hoisted Giannis Antetokounmpo's game shoes in air in delight with a wide smile on his face. However, "Greek Freak" isn't only NBA star winning hearts this season.

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After leing Lakers' to a win over New Orleans Pelicans, Lakers star LeBron James also me a similar gesture. James gifted a young fan his game-worn shoes after win over Pelicans. Lakers star also tried to give young fan his sleeve and wristband before he was intercepted by crowd.  NBA is, after all, a fan's delight.

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10:56 IST, December 2nd 2019