Giannis Antetokounmpo

Date of Birth: December 6, 1994

Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius

Biography

Giannis Antetokounmpo, born Giannis Sina Ugo Antetokounmpo, is a Greek professional basketball player who currently plays for the Milwaukee Bucks in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Known for his incredible athleticism, versatility, and unique skill set, Giannis has earned the nickname “Greek Freak.” Giannis was born on December 6, 1994, in Athens, Greece, to Nigerian immigrants. Growing up in the Sepolia neighborhood, Giannis and his family faced numerous hardships, including poverty and the constant threat of deportation. Despite these challenges, Giannis and his brothers found solace in basketball. He began his professional career in Greece with Filathlitikos before declaring for the NBA Draft in 2013. Selected 15th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks, Giannis quickly became a standout player. Over the years, he has received numerous accolades, including multiple NBA All-Star selections and back-to-back MVP awards in 2019 and 2020. In 2021, he led the Bucks to their first NBA Championship in 50 years and was named the Finals MVP.

5 Interesting Facts about Giannis Antetokounmpo

1. Giannis Antetokounmpo’s parents were both athletes; his father was a soccer player, and his mother was a high jumper.

2. Giannis has four brothers, two of whom, Thanasis and Kostas, also play professional basketball.

3. Giannis is known for his philanthropy, including donating $100,000 to Fiserv Forum staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.

4. He earned the NBA’s Most Improved Player Award in 2017.

5. Giannis is the first player in NBA history to finish a regular season in the top 20 in all five major statistical categories: points, rebounds, assists, steals, and blocks.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Giannis Antetokounmpo

1. “I am my father’s legacy.”

2. “I just want to be the best version of myself.”

3. “When you focus on the past, that’s your ego. When you focus on the future, that’s your pride. I try to focus on the moment, in the present. That’s humility.”

4. “You can’t stop the sun from shining.”

5. “I want to be a part of a team that can be remembered forever.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

As of 2023, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s highest net worth is estimated to be around $110 million.

Children

Giannis Antetokounmpo has two sons with his partner, Mariah Riddlesprigger. Their first son, Liam Charles Antetokounmpo, was born on February 10, 2020. Their second son, Maverick Shai Antetokounmpo, was born in August 2021.