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The Greek Freak triumphs all | ticker VIEWS

Published

5 years ago

July 22, 2021

In a world of NBA Super teams, one man won against all odds.

Ever since LeBron James took his talents to South Beach in 2010, N.B.A. super teams have become the new norm. A super team refers to the best players in the league teaming up to secure a championship.

All that changed in recent days with the Milwaukee Bucks winning the championship. Giannis Antetokounmpo put together one of the greatest performances in NBA finals history, to secure a 4-2 victory over the Phoenix Suns.

Antetokounmpo also ranks as the first NBA Finals MVP to have also won the league’s Most Improved Player Award.

Giannis score 50 points and 14 rebounds in game 6.

He called out other players for winning the “easy way” in recent times.

“It’s easy to go somewhere and win a championship with somebody else … this is the hard way to do and we did it.”
ANTETOKOUNPMO SAID AFTER THE WIN.

James Harden, Kevin Durant, Anthony Davis, Kyrie Irving all left their respective teams to chase glory. Giannis stayed.

The comments may have not necessarily been a dig at his opponents, but it sure came off that way.

The two-time M.V.P. could’ve signed with a team that already had another superstar, in place to give himself the best chance to win a championship.

Instead, he stuck around in a small market and prevailed to win the Finals M.V.P. and lead the Bucks to their first championship in 50 years.

Antetokounmpo was the 15th pick in the 2013 NBA out of Greece, where he played at Filathlitikos.

Him and his brothers are of Nigerian decent, with a strong basketball background.

I'll never leave the team and the city of Milwaukee till we build the team to a championship level team..
— Giannis Ugo Antetokounmpo (@Giannis_An34) July 17, 2014

The Greek superstar was true to his word and now has the highest form of glory to show for it.

The NBA could be entering a new era, with the new Finals MVP and the centre of it.

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Middle East crisis surge amid global energy fears

Published

9 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Middle East conflict escalates post U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran, affecting regional security and global energy markets.

A major conflict has erupted in the Middle East after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran, sparking retaliation and raising regional tensions. Civilians face humanitarian and economic hardships as Gulf countries scramble to secure critical infrastructure and trade routes, including the Strait of Hormuz.

Hezbollah and other regional actors are adding complexity to the crisis, while incidents like the mistaken downing of U.S. jets by Kuwaiti defences have heightened fears of accidental escalation.

Global energy markets are already feeling the strain, with oil prices fluctuating amid growing uncertainty.

Oz Sultan from Sultan Interactive Group explains the conflict’s impact on regional security and the global economy, and what steps could help de-escalate tensions.

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Rising oil prices threaten Australia as Central Banks face tough choices

Rising oil prices from Middle East tensions may threaten Australia’s inflation, interest rates, and household finances.

Published

10 hours ago

March 3, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Rising oil prices from Middle East tensions may threaten Australia’s inflation, interest rates, and household finances.

Tensions in the Middle East are pushing oil prices higher, creating a ripple effect across global markets. For Australia, this surge poses significant risks to inflation, interest rates, and household finances. Central Banks worldwide are now grappling with complex decisions to stabilize economies.

Dr Steven Enticott from CIA Tax breaks down how rising energy costs could impact the Reserve Bank of Australia’s policy decisions, the potential for petrol price spikes, and the broader implications for consumers and businesses.

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Trump warns of Iran conflict: What it means for global markets

Trump warns the Iran conflict may last weeks, raising concerns over regional stability and global economic impacts.

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1 day ago

March 2, 2026

Harvey Vargas

Trump warns the Iran conflict may last weeks, raising concerns over regional stability and global economic impacts.

As tensions rise in the Middle East, President Trump has warned that the campaign against Iran could last weeks. Economists and investors are now asking how a prolonged conflict might impact both regional stability and the global economy.

Professor Tim Harcourt from UTS talks about the economic implications of the Iran conflict, including trade disruptions, oil price volatility, and the ripple effects on markets worldwide.

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