Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Vision for His Basketball Career
In a recent revelation, Giannis Antetokounmpo shared his vision for the coming years of his basketball career during an appearance on ANT1’s The 2night Show, a popular talk show in Greece. The Milwaukee Bucks star, who is currently 30 and will celebrate his 31st birthday this December, is considering an extensive NBA career that he hopes will stretch until he’s between 36 and 38 years old.
Future with the Bucks and Return to Greece
Speculation continues to swirl around whether the two-time NBA MVP will remain with the Bucks beyond the current season or embrace a new chapter with a different team. What is abundantly clear, however, is his intention to return to Greece post-NBA to conclude his career. Antetokounmpo expressed:
“I don’t want to live in the United States. As soon as I leave the NBA, I want to return to Greece. I could end my career here, whether it’s with Filathlitikos, Olympiacos, Panathinaikos, or Aris.”
Filathlitikos is particularly significant for Antetokounmpo as it was his foundational team before his ascent to NBA stardom. Other clubs he mentioned are well-regarded European teams, potentially even candidates for a future NBA Europe league.
Anticipation for His Homecoming
This isn’t an unusual trajectory for European basketball talents; stars like Tony Kukoc and more contemporary players like Serge Ibaka and Evan Fournier have returned to their roots after successful stints in the NBA. However, none boast the global recognition of Antetokounmpo, making his eventual homecoming a much-anticipated event for fans.
As the NBA season unfolds, all eyes will be on Antetokounmpo and the potential contracts awaiting him in the final years of his prime, alongside the discussions surrounding his future in Milwaukee. With the end of his NBA journey still a few years off, the basketball community is eager to see where this next chapter will lead him.
