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Giannis Antetokounmpo got two surprises for his birthday during the NBA In-Season Tournament

Drew Dawson
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
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Despite being away on the road for the NBA In-season Tournament in Las Vegas, the Bucks were able to celebrate more than just a trip to the semi-finals.

Giannis Antetokounmpo turned 29 on Wednesday, only a day after the "rich (got) richer" with a win over the New York Knicks to extend their tournament play. Despite being on the road trip, the team and media were able to surprise him twice for his big day.

His teammates and the coaching staff kicked off the celebrations with a rendition of happy birthday, but not the traditional one. Instead, fans may hear a familiar version played at Fiserv Forum home games. The team also surprised him with a large cake that Damian Lillard might've tried first.

After practice, media members that made the trip serenaded the Bucks star with the traditional happy birthday song and balloons. Giannis, with bags off ice taped to his knees, appeared to appreciate the gesture.

"I have two families," Antetokounmpo said after thanking the media and putting on a green Las Vegas visor. "I have you guys and my actual family."

With two celebrations in the books, the Bucks hope to celebrate for a third day in a row with a win against the Indiana Pacers tonight that would send them to the finals of the In-Season Tournament.

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