By Johnny Askounis/ [email protected]
Beyond the Miami Heat acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of the 2026–27 NBA Regular Season, they paired him with Vin Baker, who has joined Erik Spoelstra’s coaching staff.
Baker worked closely with the Greek superstar for eight seasons in Milwaukee. During a media appearance on Thursday, he opened up about the deep personal bond behind his move to South Beach.
“I took on a mentoring role before anything else, and we just became really close personally,” he described. “He’s like a son to me, and I think he would share the same sentiments. We just have a speci
