Hardwood Knocks, Episode 484 — Giannis Antetokounmpo: The Impossible Rise of an NBA MVP
You may have heard that The Ringer’s Mirin Fader (@MirinFader) has a book coming out on August 10, Giannis Antetokounmpo: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP. Well, she joined Hardwood Knocks to talk anything and everything about the book, from the writing process during a pandemic to what she sees driving Giannis forward in the wake of the Milwaukee Bucks’ NBA title. Along the way, she reveals the ultimate sports-related reading list, her thoughts on Simone Biles, and so much more that’s sure to capture your attention and interest.
TIMESTAMPS ⬇️
🔘 Striking a balance between writing about basketball and Giannis’ identity off the court (2:27)
🔘 The writing process, and how it was impacted by the pandemic (5:38)
🔘 Watching Milwaukee’s title run after writing the book (10:36)
🔘 The fact-checking/collaboration process (15:29)
🔘 What will Giannis’ motivation be after winning MVPs and a title? (18:12)
🔘 Giannis finding his political voice (19:58)
🔘 Giannis’ impact on Black Greek people in Athens (22:51)
🔘 Brace yourself Atlanta Hawks fans 😬 (24:33)
🔘 Giannis’ relative anonymity entering the 2013 draft and during his rookie season (26:01)
🔘 Favorite quote from the Bucks’ championship run (30:22)
🔘 Getting unique insight into Giannis’ personality (32:03)
🔘 Thoughts on the reaction to Simone Biles withdrawing from Olympic events (33:27)
🔘 Mirin’s quintessential sports-related books (39:22)
🔘 Mirin’s writing influences (41:25)
🔘 Book release (44:20)
Purchase Giannis Antetokounmpo: The Improbable Rise of an NBA MVP here.
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