“Khris Middleton’s Milestone Night Sparks Joy and Laughter, Thanks to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Mom”
In a heartwarming and lighthearted moment, the Milwaukee Bucks’ Khris Middleton achieved a significant milestone on Monday night, climbing to third among the franchise’s all-time scoring leaders. The joyous occasion took an unexpected turn as Giannis Antetokounmpo, in high spirits, amusingly credited Middleton’s success to none other than his own mother, Veronica Antetokounmpo.
Giannis shared the delightful revelation with reporters, revealing that Middleton was listening to his mom’s latest single, ‘Count Your Blessings,’ just before their game against the Detroit Pistons. The Greek Freak seized the opportunity to playfully endorse his mom’s musical venture, attributing Middleton’s stellar performance to the uplifting vibes of ‘Count Your Blessings.’
“My mom has a new song out there: ‘Count Your Blessings,’ go listen to it,” Giannis exclaimed with a grin. “You can stream it on Spotify, Apple Music, all the platforms that you can stream music on… This is what Khris was listening to before the game… That’s why he became the third all-time leading scorer of the Bucks,” he jokingly added, infusing a touch of humor into the celebratory atmosphere.
Khris Middleton entered the game against the Detroit Pistons needing 25 points to surpass Glenn Robinson and secure his place as the third-highest scorer in Bucks’ franchise history. In a performance that mirrored his dedication and skill, Middleton surpassed the milestone with flying colors, scoring 26 points on an efficient 9-of-14 shooting. The Bucks emerged victorious with a 122-113 win over the Pistons, solidifying Middleton’s place among the franchise’s elite.
As it stands, Middleton now trails only Giannis Antetokounmpo and the legendary Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on the Bucks’ all-time scoring list. Giannis, with his remarkable tally of 17,558 points and counting, stands as the undisputed leader, while Abdul-Jabbar finished his illustrious Bucks’ career with 14,211 career points. Middleton’s trajectory suggests that he may even surpass Abdul-Jabbar’s record over the next two years, marking a historic achievement for the talented forward.
The unique twist in this celebratory narrative lies in the fact that ‘Count Your Blessings’ is not just any song—it is the debut single of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s mother, Veronica Antetokounmpo. The track, which made its debut on Veronica’s YouTube channel on Saturday, has already garnered attention, with 5,300 people streaming the uplifting song that inadvertently became the anthem of Middleton’s record-breaking night.
Veronica’s foray into the world of music marks a new and exciting chapter in her life, showcasing her talent beyond the realm of basketball. The unexpected synergy between Middleton’s historic achievement and Veronica’s musical debut adds a layer of warmth and joy to the Bucks’ journey, emphasizing the interconnectedness of triumphs both on and off the court.
As fans revel in the joyous moment, the combination of Middleton’s milestone, Giannis’ infectious humor, and Veronica’s musical prowess creates a tale that extends beyond the game, reminding us all to ‘Count Your Blessings.’
He told reporters that his teammate was listening to the solo before their game against the Pistons, which inspired him to achieve his phenomenal milestone.
“My mom has a new song out there: ‘Count Your Blessings,’ go listen to it,” Giannis said. “You can stream it on on Spotify, Apple Music, all the platforms that you can stream music on …
“This is what Khris was listening before the game … That’s why he became the third all-time leading scorer of the Bucks,” Giannis joked.
The REAL reason @Khris22m became 3rd all time Bucks scorer tonight 🤣🤣
Stream ‘Count Your Blessings’ by @veronica_ante34 HERE https://t.co/RJ9WpPe7W7 pic.twitter.com/QCLWIkKCPX
— Giannis Antetokounmpo (@Giannis_An34) January 23, 2024
