Giannis Antetokounmpo - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | December 06, 1994 |
|---|---|
| Age | 30 |
| Birthplace | Athens, Greece |
| Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
| Chinese Zodiac | Dog |
| Generation | Millennial Generation |
| Known For | NBA superstar for the Milwaukee Bucks, two-time NBA MVP, 2021 NBA champion, known for revolutionizing the power forward position |
Intro
Giannis Antetokounmpo is a Greek professional basketball player for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA, renowned for his versatility and athleticism. Nicknamed the 'Greek Freak,' he has earned multiple MVP awards and led the Bucks to their first NBA championship in 50 years in 2021. Giannis is widely regarded as one of the most dominant and transformative power forwards in modern basketball.
Early Life & Background
Giannis Antetokounmpo was born in Athens, Greece to Nigerian immigrant parents. Growing up in the Sepolia neighborhood, his family faced significant financial hardship, and Giannis helped his family by selling goods on the street. He started playing basketball at a young age and joined the youth team Filathlitikos, where his talent soon gained the attention of NBA scouts.
Career Highlights
- Selected 15th overall in the 2013 NBA Draft by the Milwaukee Bucks
- Named NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP) in 2019 and 2020
- Led Milwaukee Bucks to 2021 NBA Championship, winning NBA Finals MVP
- 6× NBA All-Star (2017–2022)
- 5× All-NBA First Team selection
- NBA Defensive Player of the Year (2020)
Trivia
- Giannis and his brothers Thanasis and Kostas are all professional basketball players.
- He became a Greek citizen in 2013, shortly before entering the NBA draft.
- Giannis is known for his philanthropy, including donations to COVID-19 relief and supporting youth in Greece and Milwaukee.
FAQs
People also ask
How old is Giannis Antetokounmpo?
Giannis Antetokounmpo is 30 years old.
When was Giannis Antetokounmpo born?
Giannis Antetokounmpo was born the 6 December 1994.
Where is Giannis Antetokounmpo from?
Athens, Greece.
On His Birth-Day
About December 6th, 1994, in brief:
- Historical events: Orange County, California filed for bankruptcy due to a series of risky and speculative investments, marking one of the largest municipal bankruptcies in U.S. history at the time.
- Day of the week: December 6th, 1994 was a Tuesday
- Zodiac Sign: Sagittarius (in western zodiac), Dog (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: Waxing crescent
- #1 US song: On Bended Knee by Boyz II Men
- #1 UK song: Stay Another Day by East 17
- Popular movie: Killer Kid directed by Leopoldo Savona
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