Bucks' Giannis Inspired by LeBron's Performance in 17th Season: 'It's Amazing'

Consider the reigning MVP among those in awe of LeBron James' mind-blowing 2019-20 season.

Giannis Antetokounmpo took some time after Wednesday's victory over the Indiana Pacers to express his disbelief in what his fellow MVP-candidate is managing to accomplish.

"It's amazing," Giannis told reporters. "... Thirty-five and playing at a high level. ... He just leads the path for us. A lot of times we think that 'Ok, we're going to retire at 35,' but seeing a guy at 35, being still top-three best player in the world, that makes us want to be there."

In his 17th year in the NBA, James is averaging 25.4 points, 10.7 assists and 7.8 rebounds while leading the Los Angeles Lakers to the top of the Western Conference. And James shows no signs of slowing down.

It certainly helps that James gets to play with the likes of Anthony Davis, but it's not like The King's value has ever been unstated.

Cleveland tanked after he left the Cavaliers—both times—so did the Miami Heat. Even when the Lakers were mediocre at best last season, James still averaged 27.4 points, 8.3 assists and 8.5 rebounds per game. In fact, LeBron hasn't averaged fewer than 25 points per game since his rookie season in 2003-04.

Considering how much the style of play has evolved over the last two decades, it's a testament to James' versatility that he's not only been able to adapt but also excelled. It doesn't matter if he's playing with his back to the basket alongside Shaquille O'Neal, launching three-pointers with Ray Allen or running the point with Kyrie Irving.

There is no escaping James' greatness. Not at any age.

Which is why it makes sense that Giannis, still just 25 years old, would have thought by age 35 he'd be winding down his career. Instead, LeBron is back to doing what he does best with his performance on the court: inspiring the next generation.

"It makes me want to be there one day," Giannis said. "I keep taking care of my body, eating the right way, being healthy. He paved the way. Hopefully we can follow."