Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo teases playing in Athens, and his wife would love it

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has hinted at the possibility of finishing his career in Athens , saying his wife would welcome the move. The comments came shortly after Greece secured third place at the 2025 FIBA EuroBasket with a victory over Utah Jazz forward Lauri Markkanen and Finland.

In a recent interview with Sports24.gr, Antetokounmpo acknowledged that the idea of playing in Europe has crossed his mind on several occasions. He recalled a conversation with his brother, Thanasis, during which he suggested the possibility of returning to Europe despite being one of the NBA’s biggest names.

“Yes. Last year, after the pre-Olympic, I was sitting with Thanasis, I told you, we were watching some highlights and I said to him, ‘hey Thanasis…’ Look now, he was looking at