Giannis Antetokounmpo, the Milwaukee Bucks’ star forward, has yet to clarify his long-term plans with the NBA team as the offseason unfolds. At 30 years old, he has spent his entire 12-year career with the Bucks, leading them to an NBA championship in 2021 while earning two MVP awards and nine All-NBA selections. However, following the Bucks’ third consecutive first-round playoff exit, questions arise about their ability to remain contenders in the Eastern Conference and whether Antetokounmpo will continue with the franchise.
Though he has not formally requested a trade, Antetokounmpo remains noncommittal about his future in Milwaukee. “Probably,” he told IShowSpeed earlier this month when asked about staying with the Bucks. “We’ll see. I love Milwaukee.”
Confirmed Commitment to Represent Greece at EuroBasket 2025
While uncertainty clouds his NBA trajectory, Giannis Antetokounmpo has solidified his plans for the summer by confirming he will participate in EuroBasket 2025 with the Greek national team. The tournament is scheduled to begin on August 27, with early rounds hosted across Finland, Latvia, Cyprus, and Poland. This commitment was confirmed through an announcement on the official FIBA website, the international organization supervising the tournament.
Giannis Antetokounmpo confirmed intention to play in 2025 EuroBasket,
the FIBA site reported.
Greece’s History and Current Prospects at EuroBasket
Greece’s basketball team holds a notable EuroBasket victory from 2005, led by players such as Theo Papaloukas, Lazaros Papadopoulos, and Dimitris Diamantidis. In recent tournaments, however, their success has been modest, with finishes of fifth place in 2017 and 2022, and eighth place in 2019. Antetokounmpo was the top scorer at the 2022 EuroBasket, averaging 29.3 points per game, although Greece was eliminated in the quarterfinals by Germany.
Currently, Greece is ranked 13th globally by FIBA. Their EuroBasket group appears manageable, featuring top opponents Spain (ranked 5th) and Italy (14th), while games against Georgia (24th), Bosnia and Herzegovina (41st), and Cyprus (84th) are expected to be less challenging.
Implications of Antetokounmpo’s EuroBasket Plans Amid NBA Uncertainty
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s decision to commit to EuroBasket 2025 signals his ongoing dedication to international competition despite the unclear status of his Milwaukee Bucks future. His participation will strengthen the Greek team’s chances in the tournament and maintain his visibility on the global stage during the NBA offseason. As the Bucks search for answers to regain their position as Eastern contenders, Antetokounmpo’s summer commitment underscores his enduring passion for representing Greece.