Milwaukee Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo is showing off a new and improved three-point stroke

Published Aug. 25, 2015 3:02 p.m. ET

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Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has the skills of a wing, with his ballhandling, athleticism and slashing. The one thing that's eluded him in his first two years is a strong outside jumper.

That might not be the case for long.

Although he was just 7-for-44 from behind the arc in his sophomore season, Antetokounmpo is displaying an improve stroke during international play this offseason. Here's more from Jordan White at Dime:

"Fortunately for both parties, it appears as if Giannis is well on his way to becoming a better shooter. Against Bosnia — in addition to providing his usual feats that led to his assonance-heavy nickname, this time in the form of blocks — Giannis shot 3-of-6 from downtown.

While it’s just one game, and against inferior competition, it’s nonetheless encouraging. His stroke looks more fluid and he seems less hesitant to let it fly, which can sometimes be the biggest mental block to success, especially if you’re known for having a janky jumper."

(h/t Dime)