{"id":1579,"date":"2025-05-12T19:44:51","date_gmt":"2025-05-12T19:44:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/?p=1579"},"modified":"2025-05-12T20:10:41","modified_gmt":"2025-05-12T20:10:41","slug":"giannis-antetokounmpos-2024-25-nba-season-a-statistical-comparison-to-previous-years-no-accolades","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/2025\/05\/12\/giannis-antetokounmpos-2024-25-nba-season-a-statistical-comparison-to-previous-years-no-accolades\/","title":{"rendered":"Giannis Antetokounmpo\u2019s 2024-25 NBA Season: A Statistical Comparison to Previous Years. No accolades!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>The 2024-25 regular season saw some statistical declines in specific areas compared to his previous seasons. All statistics are sourced from reputable platforms like Basketball-Reference, ESPN, and NBA.com.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.basketball-reference.com\/players\/a\/antetgi01.html\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nba\/player\/stats\/_\/id\/3032977\/giannis-antetokounmpo\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nba\/player\/gamelog\/_\/id\/3032977\/giannis-antetokounmpo\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview of Giannis\u2019 2024-25 Regular Season<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the 2024-25 regular season, Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared in 67 games for the Milwaukee Bucks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Statistical Declines in 2024-25 Compared to Previous Seasons<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Points Per Game (PPG)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2024-25: 30.4 PPG<\/strong><br>Giannis\u2019 scoring output in 2024-25 was impressive but lower than his career-high 31.1 PPG in the 2022-23 season. Comparing to recent seasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Free-Throw Attempts and Percentage<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2024-25: 10.8 FTA, 65.8% FT%<\/strong><br>Giannis\u2019 free-throw shooting has long been a point of contention, and 2024-25 saw a decline in both attempts and efficiency:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Free-Throw Attempts (FTA)<\/strong>:<ul><li><strong>2023-24<\/strong>: 11.2 FTA<strong>2022-23<\/strong>: 12.3 FTA (highest in his career)<strong>2021-22<\/strong>: 11.4 FTA<strong>2020-21<\/strong>: 10.2 FTA<strong>2019-20<\/strong>: 10.0 FTA<\/li><\/ul>In 2024-25, Giannis averaged 10.8 free-throw attempts per game, lower than the previous three seasons. The league has figured him out.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Free-Throw Percentage (FT%)<\/strong>:<ul><li><strong>2023-24<\/strong>: 65.7% (nearly identical to 2024-25)<strong>2022-23<\/strong>: 64.5% (1.3% lower)<strong>2021-22<\/strong>: 72.2% (6.4% higher)<strong>2020-21<\/strong>: 68.5% (2.7% higher)<strong>2019-20<\/strong>: 63.3% (2.5% lower)<\/li><\/ul>His 65.8% FT% in 2024-25 was among his worst since 2019-20, significantly below his 72.2% peak in 2021-22. This regression in free-throw accuracy impacted his overall scoring efficiency, especially in close games and is a massive liability in a lot of situations.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>Steals Per Game (SPG)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2024-25: 0.9 SPG<\/strong><br>Giannis\u2019 defensive impact used to be a hallmark of his game, but his steals average in 2024-25 was a notable low:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2023-24<\/strong>: 1.2 SPG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2022-23<\/strong>: 0.8 SPG (career low, tied with 2021-22)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2021-22<\/strong>: 1.1 SPG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2020-21<\/strong>: 1.2 SPG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2019-20<\/strong>: 1.0 SPG<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The 0.9 SPG in 2024-25 was lower than four of the past five seasons, matching his 2019-20 output but falling short of his 2023-24 and 2020-21 figures. This dip may reflect a strategic shift, with Giannis focusing more on rim protection (1.2 BPG) or conserving energy on a Bucks roster dealing with injuries.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rotowire.com\/basketball\/player\/giannis-antetokounmpo-3456\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.espn.com\/nba\/story\/_\/id\/44239876\/nba-playoffs-2025-preview-teams-postseason\"><\/a>4. <strong>Three-Point Shooting<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2024-25: 0.3 3PM, 25.9% 3P%<\/strong><br>Giannis has never been a prolific three-point shooter, but his 2024-25 numbers were particularly low:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Three-Point Makes (3PM)<\/strong>:<ul><li><strong>2023-24<\/strong>: 0.5 3PM<\/li><li><strong>2022-23<\/strong>: 0.7 3PM<\/li><li><strong>2021-22<\/strong>: 1.1 3PM<\/li><li><strong>2020-21<\/strong>: 1.1 3PM<\/li><li><strong>2019-20<\/strong>: 1.4 3PM<\/li><\/ul>His 0.3 three-pointers made per game in 2024-25 was the lowest since 2018-19 (0.2 3PM).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Three-Point Percentage (3P%)<\/strong>:<ul><li><strong>2023-24<\/strong>: 27.4%<strong>2022-23<\/strong>: 27.5%<strong>2021-22<\/strong>: 29.3%<strong>2020-21<\/strong>: 30.3%<strong>2019-20<\/strong>: 30.4%<\/li><\/ul>His 25.9% three-point shooting was the worst since 2017-18 (25.0%). This regression reflects a continued reluctance to shoot from beyond the arc, with only 1.1 three-point attempts per game in 2024-25.  It is almost the worse 3pt shooting percentage in NBA history for a single season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Minutes Per Game (MPG)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2024-25: 34.2 MPG<\/strong><br>Giannis played fewer minutes per game in 2024-25 than in most recent seasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>2023-24<\/strong>: 35.2 MPG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2022-23<\/strong>: 34.2 MPG (tied with 2024-25)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2021-22<\/strong>: 36.8 MPG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2020-21<\/strong>: 33.0 MPG<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>2019-20<\/strong>: 30.4 MPG<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The 34.2 MPG matches his 2022-23 figure but is lower than 2023-24 and 2021-22. This reduction could be due to load management, injuries to teammates like Lillard, or coaching decisions under Doc Rivers.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.rotowire.com\/basketball\/player\/giannis-antetokounmpo-3456\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other stats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>1. Offensive Rebounds Per Game (ORPG) 2024-25: 2.7 ORPG<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Giannis\u2019 offensive rebounding, a key component of his ability to generate second-chance points, saw a decline in 2024-25:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2023-24: 2.9 ORPG 2022-23: 2.2 ORPG 2021-22: 2.0 ORPG 2020-21: 1.6 ORPG 2019-20: 2.1 ORPG His 2.7 offensive rebounds per game in 2024-25 were lower than his 2023-24 mark (2.9 ORPG) but higher than the four preceding seasons. The slight drop from 2023-24 could be due to a shift in role, with Giannis focusing more on playmaking (6.5 APG) or playing alongside other rebounders like Bobby Portis and Kyle Kuzma, reducing his opportunities on the offensive glass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. Defensive Rebounds Per Game (DRPG) 2024-25: 9.2 DRPG<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Giannis\u2019 defensive rebounding, which contributes to his league-leading total rebounds, also dipped slightly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2023-24: 9.6 DRPG 2022-23: 9.6 DRPG 2021-22: 9.9 DRPG 2020-21: 9.4 DRPG 2019-20: 11.4 DRPG His 9.2 defensive rebounds per game in 2024-25 were lower than every season since 2019-20. This decline may reflect increased competition for rebounds within the Bucks\u2019 lineup or a strategic emphasis on transitioning quickly to offense rather than securing every defensive board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. Assist-to-Turnover Ratio (AST\/TOV) 2024-25: 1.91 AST\/TOV (6.5 APG, 3.4 TOV)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Giannis\u2019 assist-to-turnover ratio in 2024-25 was worse than several prior seasons.  He simply screws up more and more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2023-24: 1.92 (6.5 APG, 3.4 TOV) 2022-23: 1.44 (5.7 APG, 3.9 TOV) 2021-22: 1.75 (5.8 APG, 3.3 TOV) 2020-21: 2.07 (5.9 APG, 2.8 TOV) 2019-20: 1.61 (5.6 APG, 3.7 TOV) The 2024-25 AST\/TOV ratio of 1.91 was slightly worse than 2023-24 (1.92) and significantly lower than 2020-21 (2.07). While Giannis maintained a high assist average (6.5 APG), his turnovers remained consistent at 3.4 per game, suggesting that his increased ball-handling responsibilities didn\u2019t translate to better ball security compared to his peak efficiency in 2020-21.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. Player Efficiency Rating (PER) 2024-25: Estimated 28.0 PER<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Player Efficiency Rating (PER) measures a player\u2019s per-minute productivity, normalised to a league average of 15.0. Giannis\u2019 PER in 2024-25 was lower than several prior seasons:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2023-24: 29.8 2022-23: 29.0 2021-22: 32.1 (career high) 2020-21: 29.2 2019-20: 31.9 His estimated 28.0 PER in 2024-25 (based on Basketball-Reference trends) was lower than four of the past five seasons, with only 2022-23 (29.0) being closer. This dip reflects slight regressions in scoring efficiency, turnovers, and defensive metrics like steals, though he remained among the league\u2019s top performers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. True Shooting Percentage (TS%) 2024-25: 59.8% TS%<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>True Shooting Percentage accounts for field goals, three-pointers, and free throws to measure overall shooting efficiency. Giannis\u2019 TS% in 2024-25 was:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2023-24: 61.3% 2022-23: 60.5% 2021-22: 63.3% 2020-21: 61.7% 2019-20: 61.3% His 59.8% TS% in 2024-25 was the lowest since 2018-19 (59.7%) and worse than all five previous seasons. This decline is largely attributable to his poor free-throw shooting (65.8%) and reduced three-point accuracy (25.9%), which dragged down his overall efficiency despite a solid 55.7% FG%.  Seeing as he mainly dunked this season, this drop is very worrying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. Win Shares Per 48 Minutes (WS\/48) 2024-25: Estimated 0.220 WS\/48<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Win Shares Per 48 Minutes measures a player\u2019s contribution to team wins, normalised per 48 minutes. Giannis\u2019 WS\/48 in 2024-25 was:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2023-24: 0.233 2022-23: 0.208 2021-22: 0.281 2020-21: 0.260 2019-20: 0.279 His estimated 0.220 WS\/48 in 2024-25 was lower than four of the past five seasons, surpassing only 2022-23. This drop reflects declines in offensive efficiency (e.g., TS%) and defensive contributions (e.g., steals).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>7. Box Plus\/Minus (BPM) 2024-25: Estimated 8.5 BPM<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box Plus\/Minus estimates a player\u2019s contribution to team performance per 100 possessions. Giannis\u2019 BPM in 2024-25 was:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2023-24: 8.8 2022-23: 8.6 2021-22: 11.8 2020-21: 9.2 2019-20: 11.1 His estimated 8.5 BPM in 2024-25 was lower than four of the past five seasons, with only 2022-23 (8.6) being comparable. This slight decline aligns with reduced efficiency (TS%, PER) and defensive metrics (SPG, DRPG), though he remained a top-tier contributor.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.statmuse.com\/nba\/player\/giannis-antetokounmpo-97\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Yes, Giannis is past his prime and not improving<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Giannis Antetokounmpo\u2019s 2024-25 regular season featured important and meaningful statistical regressions. He posted lower numbers in points (compared to 2022-23), free-throw attempts and percentage, steals, field goal attempts, three-point shooting, and minutes played compared to various prior seasons.   As Giannis is past his prime at age 30, these declines signal a meaningful downward trend, yet another reason no teams are beating down the door for trades.<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rotowire.com\/basketball\/player\/giannis-antetokounmpo-3456\" alt=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sports.yahoo.com\/nba\/article\/nba-awards-finalists-2024-25-shai-gilgeous-alexander-nikola-jokic-giannis-antetokounmpo-named-mvp-finalists-224248713.html\"><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Sources: Basketball-Reference.com, ESPN.com, NBA.com, RotoWire.com, Proballers.com, LandOfBasketball.com, Yahoo Sports, and posts on X. All stats are accurate as of April 30, 2025.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Giannis Antetokounmpo\u2019s 2024-25 regular season featured important and meaningful statistical regressions. He posted lower numbers in points (compared to 2022-23), free-throw attempts and percentage, steals, field goal attempts, three-point shooting, and minutes played compared to various prior seasons.   As Giannis is past his prime at age 30, these declines signal a meaningful downward trend, yet another reason no teams are beating down the door for trades.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1580,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"advanced_seo_description":"","jetpack_seo_html_title":"","jetpack_seo_noindex":false,"_jetpack_memberships_contains_paid_content":false,"footnotes":"","jetpack_publicize_message":"","jetpack_publicize_feature_enabled":true,"jetpack_social_post_already_shared":true,"jetpack_social_options":{"image_generator_settings":{"template":"highway","default_image_id":0,"font":"","enabled":false},"version":2}},"categories":[4,334],"tags":[518,261,520,521,519,216,215],"class_list":["post-1579","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-skills","category-trades","tag-accolades","tag-downfall","tag-freefall","tag-hasbeen","tag-measure","tag-statistics","tag-stats"],"jetpack_publicize_connections":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/giannis-statistical-fall-this-season.jpg?fit=600%2C600&ssl=1","jetpack_likes_enabled":true,"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"jetpack-related-posts":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1579","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1579"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1579\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1581,"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1579\/revisions\/1581"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1580"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1579"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1579"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/greekinter.net\/giannis\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1579"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}