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Who is Giannis Antetokounmpo?

\r\nGiannis Antetokounmpo or the \”Greek Freak\” is one of those names that have spurred the NBA circuit in recent times. Born in Greece to Nigerian parents, Antetokounmpo began playing basketball for the youth teams of Filathlitikos, eventually playing for their senior team. Following this, the power forward declared himself eligible for the NBA Draft in 2013, where Antetokounmpo was drafted with the 15th overall pick by the Milwaukee Bucks, a team he has been playing for since then. He wears the No. 34 jersey.\r\n\r\n Jan 3, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports\r\n\r\nOver his career, Antetokounmpo has been an NBA All-Star seven times. Giannis also won two successive MVP trophies in 2019 and 2020 to solidify his status as a star in the league. After multiple seasons of being heavily criticized for his failure to win a title, the power forward silenced his critics winning his first championship and Final MVP in 2021. In the 2023-24 season, he is continuing his top form, with the Bucks now a force to be reckoned with in the East.\r\n

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s early life

\r\nBorn in Athens to Nigerian immigrant parents, Charles and Veronica Antetokounmpo, in 1994, Giannis Antetokounmpo grew up in a tough environment, with his family struggling to afford the basics. He started playing basketball around age 7, finding an escape and a passion for the sport. By his mid-teens, he had left school to focus on helping provide for his family, taking odd jobs around the city.\r\n\r\nBasketball became more than just a game for the young athlete – it was, perhaps, an opening for a better life. That once far-off dream, however, was soon realized, with Antetokounmpo’s first-round selection in the 2013 NBA draft.\r\n

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s wife and children

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Giannis Antetokounmpo fathers three children with his fiancee Mariah Riddlesprigger: his two sons Liam, 4, and Maverick Shai, 2, and his new-born daughter Eva Brooke. He has four brothers, Francis, Thanasis, Kostas, and Alex. Two of his siblings are contemporaries in the league, with Kostas securing a championship in 2020 with the Los Angeles Lakers and Thanasis with the Bucks in 2021.\r\n\r\n

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s career timeline

\r\nDrafted 15th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks in the 2013 NBA draft, Antetokounmpo was named to the NBA All-Rookie second team in his first season. Over the next few years, he quickly exceeded expectations, growing into a versatile scorer, lockdown defender, and facilitator all in an athletic 6’11” frame.\r\n\r\nHe broke out in his third season, averaging 16.9 points, 7.7 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game and earning the Most Improved Player award. In the 2019-20 season, the Greek had another one of his finer campaigns, putting up 27.7 points, 12.5 rebounds, and 5.9 assists to lead the Bucks to their best-ever record in the NBA. (56-17). \r\n\r\nIn 2021, Giannis delivered on his promise by spearheading the Bucks to the NBA title and earning a Finals MVP title in the process. He then went on to sign one of the largest contracts in NBA history, a 5-year $228 million extension with the Bucks.\r\n

Giannis Antetokoumpo’s major achievements

\r\nNBA Champion (2021)\r\n\r\nNBA Finals MVP (2021)\r\n\r\n2× NBA Most Valuable Player (2019, 2020)\r\n\r\n7× NBA All-Star (2017–2023)\r\n\r\nNBA All-Star Game MVP (2021)\r\n\r\n5× All-NBA First Team (2019–2023)\r\n\r\n2× All-NBA Second Team (2017, 2018)\r\n\r\nNBA Defensive Player of the Year (2020)\r\n\r\n4× NBA All-Defensive First Team (2019–2022)\r\n\r\nNBA All-Defensive Second Team (2017)\r\n\r\nNBA Most Improved Player (2017)\r\n\r\nNBA All-Rookie Second Team (2014)\r\n\r\nNBA 75th Anniversary Team\r\n\r\nFIBA EuroBasket Top Scorer (2022)\r\n\r\nEuroscar Player of the Year (2018)\r\n

Giannis Antetokounmpo stats

\r\nGames played – 758\r\n\r\nPoints per game – 23.1\r\n\r\nAssists per game – 4.8\r\n\r\nRebounds per game – 9.7\r\n\r\nPlayoffs stats:\r\n\r\nGames played – 79\r\n\r\nPoints per game – 26.6\r\n\r\nAssists per game – 5.2\r\n\r\nRebounds per game – 12.0\r\n

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s 2024 net worth 

\r\nGiannis Antetokounmpo’s net worth in 2024 is estimated to be $70 million. In October, after much speculation, the Bucks and Giannis agreed on a massive super-max contract, which tied the ‘Greek Freak’ with the Bucks for five more years.\r\n\r\nThe deal is worth close to $228 million and the player is guaranteed the entire amount, including an opt-out in the fourth year. Notably, he currently averages a salary of approximately $45.64 million through his 10-year career in the NBA.\r\n

Giannis Antetokounmpo contract

\r\nHere is a breakdown of his contract extension with the Bucks:\r\n

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Endorsement deals of Giannis Antetokounmpo

\r\nThe seven-time NBA All-Star was the 19th Highest-Paid Athlete in the World in 2020. Now, he earns over $25 million from his endorsement deals. His major endorsements include JBL, Tissot, 2K Sports, Hulu, and Nike.\r\n

Giannis Antetokounmpo foundation and charity

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\r\nIn 2019, Giannis and his brothers started the AntetokounBros Academy. The academy aims to help young boys and girls jump-start their professional basketball careers. Moreover, the foundation, funded by Giannis’ official sports apparel partner Nike, will run for two years in Athens. \r\n\r\n

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s social media accounts

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LeBron James contracts

\r\nHere’s a breakdown of LeBron James’ contracts and earnings throughout his NBA career:\r\n

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And we are merely days away from the beginning of another epic nine-month marathon. Not only all hoop fanatics, but even the players cannot wait for the season to tip off. Therefore, Giannis Antetokounmpo [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/giannis-antetokounmpo/] expressed excitement about his highly anticipated return to the court. Adding to that, he infused Greek vibes into the Bucks training camp. Amid the ongoing training camp, The Greek Freak posted a video on X where he could be seen grooving to the beats of a song from his homeland for over a minute. “When you know the NBA season is about to start!!!” he captioned the tweet seemingly hyped about stepping back on the hardwood. Sure enough, it has been a long wait for Giannis because he was sidelined toward the tail end of last season because of a calf injury. Unfortunately, the injury kept him out for the entire first round series against the Indiana Pacers. On top of that, the Milwaukee Bucks got eliminated from the playoffs very early. Moreover, this was the second straight year Giannis went out with an injury while his team struggled to stay afloat in the postseason. Even last year, he could play only three games in the series against Miami as the Bucks crumbled in five games. So, it’s understandable why The Greek Freak is excited now that he is finally healthy and available to contribute to his team’s title pursuit. Addressing his health concerns over the last two seasons, Giannis revealed his focus on Media Day, “Just take care of my body the best way that I can and I hope I’m not unfortunate moving forward.” And the vibe he created in the Bucks’ camp will surely boost their morale heading into the season. Moreover, this seems like a new trend around the league as LeBron James [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/lebron-james/] did something similar with the Lakers. 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And the DJ has showcased his talent at several birthday and anniversary parties for the superstar couple. “One of a kind.” LeBron recently called him. So, it is likely that the artist plays at every Lakers’ practice during camp to keep them motivated for the upcoming season. Are you as excited about the new NBA season as Giannis Antetokounmpo and LeBron James? “,”editorJson”:{“display_name”:”Jacob Gijy”,”user_avatar”:”“,”user_description”:”Jacob Gijy, a primary soccer editor at EssentiallySports. With a portfolio of over 2000 published articles, he has used the power of storytelling to captivate his audience. Jacob decodes the tactical intricacies of the game and provides valuable player insights to the readers.\r\nAs a desk editor, Jacob Gijy isn’t just a chronicler of events; he’s a craftsman at stitching sports narratives. 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