Giannis Antetokounmpo posts 36 points, 12 rebounds in Heat loss to Pistons

Fantasy basketball: Antetokounmpo delivered 36 points, 12 rebounds and five assists Friday, a strong outing in line with his established All-Star production.

By Fantasy Roundup Staff · October 24, 2026

Giannis Antetokounmpo posted 36 points, 12 rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block and one three on 15-of-26 shooting and 5-of-8 from the line in 33 minutes as a starter in Miami's 128-111 loss to Detroit on Friday, October 23.

The line sits comfortably within Antetokounmpo's elite baseline (27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds and 5.4 assists over last season's 36 games) and matches the 50.1 projected fantasy points per game and top-20 nine-category value. Hold him as a foundational piece in all formats.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo

Antetokounmpo's 36-point performance came on elite efficiency, converting 57.7 per cent of his shots while drawing eight free throws in 33 minutes. His 41.1 per cent usage rate and 69.5 per cent true shooting this season reflect his central role in Miami's offence, and the five assists and two steals add category coverage. Through two games he is averaging 35.5 points, 9.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 31.4 minutes a night.

The numbers slot into his established production tier from last season, when he averaged 49.1 fantasy points per game over 36 outings. Miami has one game left this week, Friday, then none next week. Antetokounmpo remains a hold in all formats as a two-way star with top-20 overall rank and elite nine-category value.

What to do

• Hold Giannis Antetokounmpo as a foundational piece in all leagues.

• Start Antetokounmpo in Miami's final game this week on Friday.

• Plan ahead for Miami's zero games next week when setting your roster.

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