Giannis Antetokounmpo is in the midst of one of the best scoring stretches of his career.

However, making the defensive stops in clutch moments is something the two-time league MVP relishes. He will look to make his mark on both ends again when his Milwaukee Bucks play host to the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday.

"It's great when you go against the best in the world down the stretch," said Antetokounmpo, who played a major role Sunday in the Bucks' 105-100 comeback win over the Los Angeles Clippers. "I love just taking that individual pride in guarding the best players."