Giannis Antetokounmpo – affectionately dubbed the “Greek Freak” by fans – has been one of the most talked-about stars in the NBA over the last decade. Born and raised in Athens, Greece to Nigerian immigrant parents, Antetokounmpo had humble beginnings, selling wristwatches, sunglasses and handbags on the streets as a child to help his family make ends meet. {"@context":"https://schema.
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