Journey of Basketball Player Giannis Antetokounmpo

In 2011, Antetokounmpo played with the senior men's team of Filathlitikos in the semi-pro Greek B Basket League.

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In December 2012, Antetokounmpo signed a four-year deal with Spanish club CAI Zaragoza, reportedly including NBA buyouts after each season.

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On April 28, 2013, Antetokounmpo officially made himself eligible for the 2013 NBA draft and selected 15th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks.

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Antetokounmpo made his NBA debut on October 13, 2013, at the age of 18 years, 311 days, as one of the youngest NBA players ever.

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He finished the season with 61 total blocks, which led all NBA rookies, and was the seventh-most by a Bucks rookie in franchise history.

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Antetokounmpo's second season with the Bucks saw his development as he recorded a then career-high 27 points and 15 rebounds.

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In 2016, Antetokounmpo recorded his first career triple-double with 27 points, 12 rebounds, and 10 assists in a 108–101 win over the Lakers.

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On September 19, 2016, Antetokounmpo agreed to a four-year, $100 million contract extension with the Bucks.

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In 2017-18 he earned his second straight All-Star nomination and All-NBA selection, and broke Kareem Jabbar's franchise record for triple-doubles.

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On January 23, 2020, Antetokounmpo was named an All-Star Game captain, alongside James, for the second consecutive year.

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On December 2020, Antetokounmpo re-signed with the Bucks by agreeing on a 5-year, $228 million extension, the largest in league history.

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