Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard win NBA Players of the Week award

Following a series of stellar performances, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard have been named NBA Players of the Week for Week 15.

The two-time MVP led the Milwaukee Bucks to an undefeated week with averages of 38.3 points, 12.8 rebounds and 4.5 assists. His week was highlighted by a 50-point performance in a win against the New Orleans Pelicans on Sunday.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is averaging 31.7 points, 12 rebounds and 5.3 assists over 39 games this season. The Bucks (33-17) are currently third in the Eastern Conference standings.

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Meanwhile, Portland’s leader dominated during Week 15 with averages of 42.3 points and 7.7 assists on 63.2% shooting in a 2-1 week for the Blazers. Damian Lillard scored a season-high 60 points, on 21-for-29 shooting, in Portland’s win over Utah on Wednesday.

The 32-year-old superstar guard is averaging 30.1 points, 7.3 assists and four boards over 37 games this season. The Blazers (23-26) are currently 12th in the Western Conference standings.

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