Pretty well put considering how frustrated and emotional he must feel at this moment. We ask to see the real side of athletes, and then complain when they show it to us. I love this from Giannis.

This was such an inspirational response. People will be replaying this for years to come.

I love Giannis. He didn't fall into the media trap. Great response from the best player on the planet.

Thank you for setting a great example for young professionals around the world, Giannis. Salute.

I love how he caught himself when it sounded like he was about to say "if u never played sports"..but didn't wanna be that guy..i see u Giannis.

What a class act and a perfect response!

Just took those reporters and all of us to school with that response. Giannis the philosopher king.

I'm a knicks fan and this dude handled this frustrating situation like a boss and earned my maximum respect 🙏 as a human and a player. Great role model for the younger world.

I’m no Gians fan but he answered that perfectly. Respect big fella

This is why I love Giannis. This was like old school rap. He made his point beautifully and not one curse word.

One of the best answers to a loaded question I have ever heard from an athlete. Stuff like this is why I will never stop being a fan of Giannis ✊️

Look at Giannis putting his foot down. Good stuff champ. Don’t let the trolls get to you

One of the best responses I've heard in a while. Peace and blessings to him! 💪🏾 👑

Always liked his demeanor. Great response. Crazy how he still apologizes. Didn't have to. But shows what kind of man he is

Giannis was 🔥. That reporter better be lucky Giannis is a gentleman.

What a great human being. Took him a second and he was aware that he’s got to be respectful. I’m a Raptors fan and hence was rooting for the Heat (for Lowry), but man I love Giannis. He’s the embodiment of a humble superstar. ❤❤❤

This is a textbook example of emotional intelligence and professionalism

The reporter probably thinks Allen Iversons 2001 season was a “failure” because he couldn’t single handedly beat a heavily favored Lakers team.

What a class act knows he has to control his emotions and he is aware of self..

I love this guy! No excuses doesn’t hide from adversity and always sees the up side of a bad day.

I'm not a Bucks fan, but moments like this have made me a Giannis fan. I've watched this interview dozens of times over the past month because this message applies to all facets of life. Success is a process. Not reaching your goals is part of being successful. Avoiding that process and taking the quick and easy path rarely leads to meaningful and sustained success. He's angry, disappointed, tired, injured, and incredibly agitated by this reporter's question which is little more than bait. So many complex emotions and feelings going on but Giannis is still able to provide a thoughtful answer without letting his emotions take over. That's incredible discipline for someone his age and it shows people that there is always a human side to sports. Too many people think athletes owe them something, so they treat them like circus monkeys that need to bend to their will. These are human beings doing a job by playing a game. There are more important things in life than your occupation. I love how Giannis gives this heartfelt answer while he's clearly frustrated but still has the presence of mind to respect the person asking the question. The apology at the end made me chuckle because it totally encapsulates who Giannis is as a person. We need more Giannis's in our society.

Respect him so much for answering the way he did

This just made me a fan of his

What a brilliant response and such a controlled reaction considering the emotions running high.

He handled the interview with class and dignity. He is saying the straight up truth.

Pretty wise response for a young man that seems to be a very reasonable, humble and likeable person overall... good luck in the future.

What a badass answer. I love that Giannis even says the guy’s name as he’s answering the question. He was very personable about making it not personal. And he is correct- it’s the wrong question to ask.

From a Heat fan nothing but respect to giannis. Hope the bucks can retool the roster around him. If not maybe leave the team and go elsewhere

The awareness of his situation and emotions… I enjoyed this clip.

This is probably my favorite interview moment of all time. Giannis keeps it real 100% of the time and is such a relatable person

SO inspiring. I love his attitude. Bookmarking this to inspire me on the tough days!

Great composure and great response. I'm a Heat fan but now a Giannis fan, too.

Giannis is such a great guy

Respect to King Giannis.

He has me watching the NBA again. Such a thoughtful player. He has such an amazing perspective about playing a game. Also hes really good at playing that game. Can't help but respect him.

Sometimes there's more to life than just winning. Only people that know what true hunger feels like would understand. Giannis is a real inspiration.

Russian Giannis? But in all actuality, the way Giannis speaks and answers questions really shows the difference between a positive and negative mindset. Giannis is such a positive person and that way of thinking is a championship mindset cause he doesn’t let negativity ruin anything! When ya can have positivity during unfortunate times, it’s a championship

Actually a very respectable and down to earth man

Man I just lost my job... I been down on my self about it. This is all I needed to hear. Shyt giving me chills im ready! GREEK I appreciate you 🙏

these was the greatest response to a reporters question i have ever seen!

Outstanding response....pure gold!

One of the best interviews I’ve heard in a long time! Well said!

He's pretty serious. He'll be a force to be reckoned with next season.

Great response especially after a tough loss. Great example for the rest of the league and to every young player out there! Steps to success include falling down but getting back up.

What a great response from yannis

I like his response. Especially the MJ one. It'll probably help us appreciate those 6 losses that Bron had. You can't win it all the time.

I've always thought Giannis was a class act. His response and, more importantly, the way he responded to such a frustrating question prove he is indeed a class act!

Giannis giving pearls of wisdom ❤

It’s a standard question for all teams that are eliminated from the postseason in any sport 🤷🏻‍♂️

This young guy is too wise

Thank you Giannis. Great role model for athletes.

That reporter looking for a headline the fact that its the same dude that asked the SAME question last year is unbelievable. Extremely disrespectful. Fire that guy!

That was a very well articulated response to that question.

Dang Giannis just deaded all future failure questions

Great thought process to also apply to life in general. There's going to be ups and down in everyone's life

I like Giannis just how humble he is he's going when a couple of 🏆.

You know, he says it's the wrong question; but in all honesty, I'm glad this man asked him this question as his answer is something everyone in the world of Sports needed to hear.

Spot on Giannis. Great attitude

The composure it took to stay calm. I commend it

This dude is something special.

I just became a Giannis fan because of this reponse! salute!

Man. Giannis is keeping it 💯and I’m loving his energy!!!

Credit to Giannis parents for raising a good man 👏

A two minute masterclass in cultivating a growth mindset. 👏

This is what makes people achieve greatness because they know what it takes to achieve it. They resonate with hard work and sacrifice so no loss is for nothing. Giannis clearly illustrated that and from one successful person on to the next who’s on his way I got that message completely. Every L in the trenches wasn’t a failure because it prepared me for the fight today 👍🏽💪🏽. These 2 minutes and 4 seconds will be played and reminisced/studied over for years by generations to come.

Excellent response!

Amazing response and a lesson for us all. Look how hardships in our lives come to give their fruits eventually. Giannis would never come to realise all the above if he hadn’t been through tough times. The bet is to “use” all this experiences from hardships to grow. They say if you put an egg, a spaghetti and coffee beans to boiling water you get different effects from the same environment. Egg gets tougher Spaghetti softer And coffee brings out all its aroma. Lessons.

The answer was so great! What a Genius.

I loved his response

This is probably the most motivating thing I’ve heard all year

What a good man!! I love what he explains about sports, it can be applied to life in general. Excellent!!!

That was a great response especially given the circumstances and how visibly frustrated he is at the reporter. 😅

You’re all class. What a brilliant response.

He’s still a champ!

Simply amazing this is a life lesson listen up!

Very well constructed response in a very emotional moment.

Very well said Giannis ❤❤❤

Very well put

Perfect answer...and he gave him a good example 👌

Also love seeing people helf accountable for, respectfully, silly and thoughtless questions.

Giannis is class personified. It should be your goal as a team to win the championship. But it's not a failure if you don't. It's a disappointment because things didn't happen they way you wanted to. Winning a ship requires consistency, staying injury free and alot of luck. All 3 don't always happen at the same time.

This is the best response anyone could possibly give to this question. I was blown away.

Can I just give him a hug I love you man...

Great response brother💪🏽💪🏽

this is why i love Giannis

Legendary response, so respectful and so much wisdom and perspective here

The interview GOAT

The Humble superstar

Great response..love it

Great Answer!!, love it!

Respect! 🫡

Dude is a class act 👏🏼

They should go all in on Dame. Those two would be a pleasure

Giannis is THAT GUY!!! 🫡

Great attitude!

Such an inspiration!

I’m a diehard Celtics fan but I can’t help but love Giannis off the court. A game is a game, he’s really the best leader. Such a class act, and if my team wasn’t a rival of theirs I would wish him success every year

Great answer..Bravo

STRAIGHT G........❤❤❤❤❤1LOVE!

A true professional, Respect