Up until now, it was all about waiting. The Milwaukee Bucks and FIBA clashed over an insurance issue, which kept Giannis Antetokounmpo from representing Greece. He couldn’t participate in team scrimmages. But it was always a question of when rather than if. And finally, now that the crossroad has been settled, the Greek Freak is getting ready to suit up.
It’s official. The two-time MVP and Greece’s most lethal weapon will play his first preparation game with the Greek national team. His debut comes against Latvia, who house Kristaps Porzingis. It’s bound to be a huge occasion, as Greece enters the EuroBasket 2025 with high hopes. Giannis Antetokounmpo is at the forefront of those wishes.
The national team has played four games leading up to the game against Latvia. They boast a 2-2 recor