Next Chapter In The Brothers’ Unreal Story – Thanasis Antetokounmpo Will Play For The Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo and his brother Thanasis share an incredible story, that has led to the two brothers’ special bond.

Their parents are Nigerian, but immigrated to Greece in 1994, shortly before Giannis was born. They didn’t have any papers. Also, the family was very poor and struggled during Giannis’ youth. Giannis and his brothers had to sleep together in one bed, as the family only could afford staying in 2-room appartments and had trouble supplying every member of the family with enough food.

“It was tough. We didn’t have a lot of money, but we had a lot of happiness.”

Even in later stages of their childhood, the family barley had anything. They were so poor, that they couldn’t afford basketball shoes for both Giannis and his brother Thanasis. This led to the two never being on the court for the same time, even though they were the two best players on the team. The brothers had to share one pair of shoes (Kobe 4s) during games. When Giannis checked out, he took off his shoes and gave them to Thanasis so he could check in. The two haven’t forgotten about the struggles and reminded the world during this year’s All-Star Game.

Giannis wore a pair of Kobe 4s with a very special and heartfelt message to his brother Thanasis.

“Thanasis thanks for sharing”

Now, their incredible story is ready for the next chapter. Thanasis will be playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Summer League, with the goal to once again become teammates with his younger brother Giannis.

Thanasis Antetokounmpo will play for the Milwaukee Bucks summer league team.

— Mark Deeks (@MarkDeeksNBA) June 22, 2019