Thanasis Antetokounmpo Rumors

Also, a client like Giannis is worth a ton of money to an agent, and so there are always sources suggesting a star and his agent are at odds with each other—the hubbub might create an opening for someone else to move in. And in this case, Rich Paul of Klutch Sports not only has a tendency to talk about Giannis, but also–multiple sources agree–has been talking to Giannis’s brother Thanasis as of late. Rich, it seems clear, would like to represent Giannis, and (despite what’s happening with Anthony Davis in Dallas) is said to have been making the case that he’s the guy who can get a star player where he wants to go.

TrueHoop

In his locker after the game, Antetokounmpo had a signed purple No. 23 jersey from James. Giannis' brother, Thanasis, had a signed jersey from Bronny James. Antetokounmpo collects jerseys from his contemporaries around the league and said he asked James on the court after the final buzzer for this latest addition to his collection. "You never know," Antetokounmpo said. "Might be our last game against one another."

ESPN

Kostas Antetokounmpo is set for a loan assignment at Aris Betsson. Seeking an upgrade in his playing status for the remainder of the 2025-26 season, Olympiacos is expected to soon officially confirm the loan of the 28-year-old center. A former NBA and EuroLeague champion, the brother of Milwaukee Bucks teammates Giannis, Thanasis, and Alex, is entering the BKT EuroCup for the first time in his career. Switching to the second tier of Euroleague Basketball, he meets the Thessaloniki outfit at 6-6 in Gro

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Antetokounmpo then asked for Turner’s thoughts on Haliburton, his teammate for 3 1/2 seasons in Indiana. Turner smiled and called Haliburton a troll and a heel, roles he said Haliburton embraces, but also ones shaped by public perception. “Tyrese also knows he’s protected, too,” Turner said. “So, he can go out there, talk his s—, say whatever the hell he wants to do, and he knows he has backup at the end of the day. Now, he’s not going to be talking the same s— if you’re in the middle of the street. That’s what guys don’t do in this league.”

New York Times

Turner praised Haliburton’s professionalism, his qualities as a teammate and his devotion to his family. “He’s a helluva teammate, bro,” Turner said. “You know how we talk about how you’re supposed to, as a team, come together? That camaraderie? Bro, he’s setting up all the team dinners. He’s setting up all the team parties. He wants people to, like, be together. He definitely embodies that.”

New York Times

When Thanasis Antetokounmpo asked whether the league feels a bit like WWE — full of “fake beefs” — Myles Turner didn’t hold back. “Do you see all these cameras right here, bro,” Turner said, gesturing around the podcast studio. “At the end of the day, bro, that’s what it’s all about. Guys have egos. Guys have brands. Guys have stuff they want to protect. Some guys got to be the tough guy. Then you go outside and see them on the courts, and it’s, ‘Hey man, how’s it going?’ That’s how it is, bro, for real. Now don’t get me wrong, there are some guys who are really ’bout it. But it’s very few. It’s maybe 5 percent of this league — smaller than that — that’s really going to do something. One, no one’s throwing a punch in an NBA game. You do that, you know you’re suspended. You know you’re fined. No one wants to pay that bread.”

New York Times

Your present, of course, lies in the NBA and trying to win another ring. But do you see yourself playing in Europe again before you retire? Thanasis Antetokounmpo: I think… it's crazy, it's a great question. You never know where the world will take you, and it's very interesting. But all I think about is now. I was out for a year, and all I think about is playing. I don't even want to think about what I'll do next, so we'll see.

Mundo Deportivo

If you were to play in Europe again, would you consider Barça? Thanasis Antetokounmpo: Of course, Barça is big. I played in Andorra, and playing against teams like that… And I loved my time in the ACB; the ACB is an incredible league. Giannis and you in Barcelona? Thanasis Antetokounmpo: I don't know, I don't know (laughs). Would you be willing? Thanasis Antetokounmpo: I don't know, man (laughs). You never know in life. But you know what? It's very interesting to me that a lot of NBA talent and a lot of kids are returning to Europe. It's good to go play outside the United States. I ask because, joking about the rumors about his future, Giannis said he met with Barça and that had a big impact in Barcelona. Thanasis Antetokounmpo: I don't know, I'll ask him, but I don't know (laughs). But I'll ask him and see (laughs). But it's going to be a blessing. You never know how many years you have left, always trying to be healthy and play as much as you can. As much as you can, bro.

Mundo Deportivo

Speaking about European basketball, what do you think about the new league the NBA wants to create? Thanasis Antetokounmpo: It's going to be very interesting. All of this will happen so we can unite the sport, create more jobs, and more leagues. And I think it's going to be very interesting to see the dynamics of what this will look like. Right now, it's unclear whether there will be two competitions coexisting with NBA Europe and the EuroLeague, or whether it will just be NBA Europe. Do you see a future with both competitions coexisting? Thanasis Antetokounmpo: Yes, I can see that. I can see that because the EuroLeague is a great product and the NBA is an incredible product, so they're both good products. Now, how they would coexist is a different matter. But if they didn't coexist, they'd have to add another 15 teams to the existing roster. And what would happen to the EuroCup teams?

Mundo Deportivo

Michael Scotto: The Milwaukee Bucks will cut Jamaree Bouyea to sign Alex Antetokounmpo to a two-way contract, sources told @hoopshype. It’s the first time three brothers are on active roster contracts with the same team, as ESPN noted. Giannis Antetokounmpo and brothers Thanasis and Alex reunite

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Shams Charania: The Milwaukee Bucks are signing Alex Antetokounmpo to a two-way NBA deal, joining older brothers Giannis and Thanasis, Octagon's Alex Saratsis tells ESPN. This marks the first time in NBA history that three brothers are on active roster contracts with the same team.

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HoopsHype: Thanasis Antetokounmpo on the Eurobasket: "Having this tournament be a ramp-up period as I get back to the NBA is a blessing from God. It's not often you get a jump start like this. I'm blessed to be able to step on the court, find my rhythm, and build."

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Jeff Teague on Bucks signing Thanasis Antetokounmpo: I ain't going to never say he can't hoop though. Like, he deserves it, I mean, he could play in the NBA. Obviously, you see his highlights, but you just wouldn't think… that. Q. Giannis Antetokoumpo owns the Bucks. Jeff Teague: For sure, part-owner.

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Asked if the game played a role in the signing, Thanasis admitted that it did: “For sure. They were here after the first game against Italy, and they were excited because I was playing defense. I was doing my job, that’s my role. The important thing is that everyone who returns (after such an injury) with a team, or in a tournament like this, has to prove themselves again. That’s basketball. Whatever you have done so far counts; it’s your resume, but you have to prove it every day. That’s professional sports”.

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