Thanasis Antetokounmpo News, Rumors, Updates - Milwaukee Bucks

Scores season-high seven points Antetokounmpo finished with seven points (2-3 FG, 3-6 FT), two rebounds and one steal across five minutes during Saturday's 124-112 loss to Detroit.

Impact Antetokounmpo appeared for just the ninth time this season, a true indication of how desperate the Bucks are for production right now. Every one of his appearances has come during garbage time, meaning he does not need to be looked at, even in deeper formats.

DECEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Bobby Portis explains the value of Alex and Thanasis Antetokounmpo for the Bucks: "Probably gives us a good chance to keep Giannis" Portis feels both brothers bring value to the Bucks roster.

OCTOBER 21 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

It only took two preseason games for Thanasis to overcome major roadblock Thanasis Antetokounmpo is back and ready to contribute on the court for the Milwaukee Bucks again after his injury recovery.

OCTOBER 11 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Myles Turner says his Finals experience at Indiana adds to his motivation with Milwaukee

Myles Turner says coming so close to a championship last year made him that much hungrier to win it all

OCTOBER 10 • Associated Press

While dealing with COVID, Antetokounmpo discusses why he still believes in the Bucks

Not even a case of COVID-19 could prevent Giannis Antetokounmpo from discussing his excitement regarding his upcoming season with the new-look Milwaukee Bucks

SEPTEMBER 29 • Associated Press

Thanasis Antetokounmpo signing has dealt Bucks a major free agency complication The Milwaukee Bucks signed Thanasis Antetokounmpo before figuring out their situation with Amir Coffey.

SEPTEMBER 21 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

EuroBasket breakout Bucks fans hoped for trending in the opposite direction It would have been great to see Milwaukee Bucks forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo bounce back at EuroBasket, but it's not looking good.

SEPTEMBER 14 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Latest Giannis news just gift-wrapped Celtics perfect potential target The Milwaukee Bucks have to make a roster decision after adding Thanasis Antetokounmpo, and if they move Andre Jackson Jr., the Boston Celti...

SEPTEMBER 3 • HARDWOODHOUDINI.COM

Despite enthusiasm, Thanasis unlikely to patch prominent Bucks' concern Thanasis Antetokounmpo likely won't be the Milwaukee Bucks player to take on the role of defensive stopper this coming season.

SEPTEMBER 2 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Ex-Teammate Dubs Giannis Antetokounmpo 'Part Owner' of the Bucks After Free-Agent Move The Bucks made an eye-opening move to sign free-agent forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo over the weekend, and while the addition of a 33-year-o...

SEPTEMBER 2 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

"They were excited because I was playing defense" - Thanasis Antetokounmpo says EuroBasket opener got him a new deal with Bucks Thanasis scored six points and pulled down three rebounds in 13 minutes of play.

SEPTEMBER 2 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

"I was playing defense": Giannis Antetokounmpo's brother Thanasis shoots down family connection leading to Bucks comeback Greek star and Giannis Antetokounmpo's older brother, Thanasis Antetokounmpo, has returned to the Milwaukee Bucks. He missed the entire 2024...

SEPTEMBER 1 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Youngster's future all but confirmed after Bucks' latest move The Milwaukee Bucks re-signing Thanasis Antetokounmpo puts Andre Jackson Jr. in a position fans knew was likely coming.

SEPTEMBER 1 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Thanasis Antetokounmpo signing will make Bucks rethink depth chart The Milwaukee Bucks new depth chart has plenty of question marks after the Thanasis Antetokounmpo signing.

SEPTEMBER 1 • BEHINDTHEBUCKPASS.COM

Inks deal with Milwaukee Antetokounmpo agreed to a one-year, $2.9 million contract with the Bucks on Sunday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Antetokounmpo will rejoin the Bucks after missing the 2024-25 campaign due to a torn Achilles tendon that required surgery in May 2024. The 33-year-old forward last played for Milwaukee in the 2023-24 season, during which he averaged 0.9 points across 4.6 minutes per game in 34 regular-season appearances. He should continue to provide emergency depth for the club in 2025-26.

AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE

Sources: Bucks' Thanasis Antetokounmpo suffers torn Achilles Thanasis Antetokounmpo, 31, is a six-year NBA veteran and just finished his fifth season in Milwaukee.

MAY 9, 2024 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Report: Bucks F Thanasis Antetokounmpo tears Achilles Milwaukee Bucks forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo suffered a torn Achilles and will need surgery, The Athletic reported Wednesday night.The new...

MAY 8, 2024 • KANSASCITY.COM

Suffers torn Achilles Antetokounmpo sustained a torn Achilles tendon and is set to undergo surgery, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Impact Antetokounmpo has a long road ahead of him, so there's a decent chance he won't be ready for the start of the 2024-25 season. He's also heading into free agency, and unfortunately, it's unlikely he'll receive many, if any, offers while recovering from one of the most devastating injuries in basketball.

MAY 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared Sunday Antetokounmpo (hamstring) is available for Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Magic.

Impact Antetokounmpo will be available to provide depth in Milwaukee's frontcourt should head coach Doc Rivers ultimately call for it. However, that would presumably only be the case if the game gets out of hand in either direction.

APRIL 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Listed probable for Sunday Antetokounmpo is probable for Sunday's game against the Magic due to left hamstring soreness.

Impact Antetokounmpo hasn't been a regular in head coach Doc Rivers' rotation for most of the campaign. It's unlikely he'll see a prominent role in the final game of the regular season as the Bucks aim to claim the second seed in the Eastern Conference. He's played just 26 total minutes since the beginning of March.

APRIL 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Available for Friday Antetokounmpo (hamstring) is available for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Antetokounmpo was able to shake off his minor hamstring issue. Although the Bucks will be shorthanded, Antetokounmpo isn't guaranteed any minutes.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Now questionable Antetokounmpo (hamstring) is questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Impact Antetokounmpo was initially probable, so he's trending in the wrong direction. He's not normally a regular part of Milwaukee's rotation, but if cleared, he could see playing time Friday, as Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) and Damian Lillard (adductor) are both out.

APRIL 12, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Friday Antetokounmpo is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Thunder due to left hamstring soreness.

Impact Despite dealing with a hamstring injury, Antetokounmpo is expected to play through it Friday. If the 31-year-old forward is upgraded to available, he could receive increased playing time with Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) out and Damian Lillard (groin) doubtful.

APRIL 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks' Damian Lillard Defends Thanasis Antetokounmpo Amid Constant Trolling Dame offered his defense of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s older brother.

FEBRUARY 22, 2024 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Thanasis Antetokounmpo Stuns NBA Fans With Flashy Shammgod Move Out of Nowhere The Greek Freak’s brother reached deep into his bag for this one.

FEBRUARY 10, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

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