The Milwaukee Bucks drafted MarJon Beauchamp with the 24th overall pick in the 2022 NBA Draft. After arriving in Milwaukee for the first time Monday night, Beauchamp met with the media for the first time as a NBA player.
MarJon Beauchamp Offers His Thanks
In his introductory remarks, MarJon Beauchamp thanked his parents and his family for making this journey with him. He also thank the all members of the media for coming out to talk with him.
Welcome to Milwaukee, @Marjon32!! 💫#FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/oeRNBsoQAl
— Bally Sports Wisconsin (@BallySportWI) June 28, 2022
On How the G League Helped Prepare Him for the NBA
Among other things, MarJon Beauchamp talked about how the G League helped him learn about what it takes to be a professional basketball player. This included how to eat right and how to get into a good routine to keep his body healthy.
.@Marjon32 shares how the G League prepared him for the NBA. #FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/rbFDaNHK1l
— Bally Sports Wisconsin (@BallySportWI) June 28, 2022
On Being Drafted by a Winner
Obviously, the Milwaukee Bucks have won a NBA Championship very recently. They may have won it again this year if Khris Middleton had not gotten hurt. Beauchamp has won on every level, and expressed his excitement to be going to a winning basketball team.
"I feel like I can flourish with this team." — @Marjon32 #Bucks | #FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/Zxi5ZUne7K
— Bally Sports Wisconsin (@BallySportWI) June 28, 2022
MarJon Beauchamp Says He Will Fill Some Needs the Bucks Have
When asked about what can bring to the Milwaukee Bucks, Beauchamp said that he can bring three point shooting, defense, and play-making abilities on the fast break.
.@Marjon32 believes he can impact the game defensively, knock down the 3-ball and make plays on the fast break. #FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/EDVPytOwcx
— Bally Sports Wisconsin (@BallySportWI) June 28, 2022
Facing Adversity
I highlighted MarJon Beauchamp’s difficult journey to the NBA here. Today, he talked about it himself.
"I wanted to be in the league so bad, but I feel like God was telling it's not that time. … A year later, I'm here." @Marjon32 talks about facing adversity and fighting for his goals. #FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/ishDJM3dsX
— Bally Sports Wisconsin (@BallySportWI) June 28, 2022
Giannis Texted Him after He Was Drafted
After the Milwaukee Bucks drafted MarJon Beauchamp, two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo sent him a very simple, but inspiring, message.
Giannis texted a simple message to @Marjon32: "Welcome to the team. Let's go win a 'ship." #FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/fAI8xtl1VZ
— Bally Sports Wisconsin (@BallySportWI) June 28, 2022
The Jersey Reveal
A special moment for @Marjon32 💫
The No. 24 overall pick receives his #Bucks jersey. 0️⃣ pic.twitter.com/tPkE0tPiOb
— Bally Sports Wisconsin (@BallySportWI) June 28, 2022
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