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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by Zimzy(m): 9:05am On Dec 16, 2020
If only he is playing for Nigeria!
Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by TruthHurts1(m): 9:07am On Dec 16, 2020
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has signed a contract extension worth a reported $228.2m (£170.1m) - the richest in NBA history.

The two-time Most Valuable Player, 26, has agreed a five-year deal.

His agent confirmed the details of the contract to ESPN, with the total value beating the mark of $228m (£169.9m) set by Houston Rockets guard James Harden in 2017.

"This is my home, this is my city," said Antetokounmpo on social media.

"I'm blessed to be able to be a part of the Milwaukee Bucks for the next five years.

"Let's make these years count - the show goes on, let's get it."

Biodata On Giannis Antetokoumpo

He was born to a Yoruba Father Charles who was also a Basketball player and an Igbo mother, Veronica who is a retired track and field athlete.

Born: 6 December 1994 (age 26 years), Athens, Greece
Height: 2.11 m
League: NBA
2013–present: Milwaukee Bucks
Parents: Charles Antetokounmpo, Veronica Antetokounmpo

[img]https://images./Fb98DBFVwwNjYv3hDAmel.jpg[/img]

His full name is Giannis Adesina Ugochukwu Adetokunbo (or Antetokoumpo as it is pronounced in the Greek language)

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https://www.bbc.com/sport/amp/basketball/55325552

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by Arry110(m): 9:07am On Dec 16, 2020
Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by Cousin9999: 9:08am On Dec 16, 2020

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by Chummynoni(m): 9:09am On Dec 16, 2020
A country where things work unlike nilejiria

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by yellowman2225(m): 9:10am On Dec 16, 2020
Yoruba root. When will we see these quota system people ruling any sport or anything outside Nigeria? Nigeria is their breath, that's why they hold on to their dominance in this skewed corntry.

Imagine my Niece scored 100 in Fed Unity School Entrance Exam without Admission and someone will score 10 marks in Zamfara and will be admitted.


Nigeria will never grow with this crazy lopsided cheating.

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by PotatoSalad(m): 9:10am On Dec 16, 2020
Your politicians will claim him now angry
See amazing talents.
What if.....
If nigeria was great, will people leave?
Nigerians are scattered all over the world..doing big things.
But back home nothing works.
God punish all corrput government officials, Amen angry

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by lexy2014: 9:11am On Dec 16, 2020
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https://www.bbc.com/sport/basketball/55325552

Has Abike Dabiri congratulated him as a Nigerian achievement?

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by kemika8989(m): 9:16am On Dec 16, 2020
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https://www.bbc.com/sport/basketball/55325552
a Nigerian born 1994 just imagine is age here in Nigeria. Nigeria why killing the future of the youth's why why why.

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by pickatyouu: 9:16am On Dec 16, 2020
My guy is balling.
I so much love this guy.
Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by HitlerGaddafi: 9:19am On Dec 16, 2020
unity004:
education is overrated, combined all the salaries of Nigerian professors for 3years it will not reach half of that amount. my children must combined school and sports
He earns about $43M yearly. I'm sorry if you combine 9ja professors salaries for 10 years e no still reach.

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by Bellotelli: 9:22am On Dec 16, 2020
Only you OP... Only you FTC .... Greed kee you dia.
Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by marsup: 9:23am On Dec 16, 2020
post=97113121:
He deserves this deal absolutely.

He has paid the price to be one of the best in the game.

This dude is just so good.

It is a joy watching him make those dunks.

He's one of the very BEST IN THE LEAGUE.

Our best player in NBA.


His real biological name is actually ADETOKUNBO.
He is a Nigerian!
His dad is Yoruba, his mom is Igbo (One Nigeria Forever.)
But one thing led to another thing,
hence the change in name.
Issa long story, you can read more about that here....

https://www.nairaland.com/6117086/story-giannis-adetokunbo-deji-yesufu#up

His brothers are getting there also.
Keep aiming high THE GREEK FREAK!

See as dem all tall and cute kiss
Joy of motherhood.
such a pity, the dad isn't alive to witness this greatness.

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by xxxXXXxxx: 9:23am On Dec 16, 2020
Extremely Bless
History Maker
Greek Freak

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by Starboytwo(m): 9:23am On Dec 16, 2020
The guy should help us here.

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by nedley(m): 9:26am On Dec 16, 2020
Nice One Greek Freak
Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by MANNABBQGRILLS: 9:27am On Dec 16, 2020
marsup:
such a pity, the mom isn't alive to witness the greatness.
Nope, you are wrong sir.
The mom is alive, but the dad unfortunately died some years ago.
Ms Veronica Adetokunbo is doing well for herself and enjoying her 4 gangling fruits of the womb.
Joy of Motherhood.

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by IamAuntyOnion(f): 9:30am On Dec 16, 2020
Wow
Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by Nobody: 9:31am On Dec 16, 2020
I hope one useless pot bellied old governor from shithole Nigeria no go clam credit say he was a beneficiary of state govr investment in sports

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by somehow: 9:34am On Dec 16, 2020
They got the height from their dad cos their mum does not look that tall.
post=97113121:
This money is around 100 BILLION NAIRA!!

He deserves this deal absolutely.

He has paid the price to be one of the best in the game.

This dude is just so good.

It is a joy watching him make those dunks.

He's one of the very BEST IN THE LEAGUE.

Our best player in NBA.


His real biological name is actually Giannis Adesina Ugochukwu ADETOKUNBO.
He is a Nigerian!
His dad is Yoruba, his mom is Igbo (One Nigeria Forever.)
But one thing led to another thing,
hence the change in name.
Issa long story, you can read more about that here....

https://www.nairaland.com/6117086/story-giannis-adetokunbo-deji-yesufu#up



Nope, you are wrong sir.
The mom is alive, but the dad unfortunately died 3 years ago at a young age.
Ms Veronica Adetokunbo is doing well for herself and enjoying her 4 gangling fruits of the womb.
Joy of Motherhood.


His brothers are getting there also.
Keep aiming high THE GREEK FREAK!

See as dem all tall and cute kiss
Joy of motherhood.
Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by Nobody: 9:36am On Dec 16, 2020
Yet blacks are oppressed in the USA according to BLM looters and rioters..

Congrats my guy! Keep the Nigerian flag flying while cashing out. wink

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by shogsmania: 9:44am On Dec 16, 2020
post=97116597:

His real biological name is actually ADETOKUNBO.
But one thing led to another thing, hence the change in name.
Issa long story, you can read more about that here....

https://www.nairaland.com/6117086/story-giannis-adetokunbo-deji-yesufu#up

Excerpts :
.................. The Adetokunbo family did not find it easy in Greece. Unlike the United States, where children of other nationals born in the country are immediately given American citizenship, the Adetokunbo children were not given this privilege. In fact they did not acquire Greek citizenship until 2013. The father of the house, Charles, was a heavily built athlete of a man, but he could only get jobs as a handyman on the streets of Anthens. Veronica worked as a baby sitter for Greek families that needed their help. They did not have work permits and thus worked only menial jobs to provide for their five children. But the Adetokunbo boys were exceptional. From an early age, and when they had free time from school, they would go to the streets and hawk watches, handbags, sunglasses and other wares. They lived in a poor neighborhood in Sepolia in the ancient city of Athens.

Like their father, the Adetokunbo boys loved to play football. So, when they had opportunity, they would play the round leather game around their neighborhood. When Giannis was seven years old, someone suggested to him and his brothers that rather than play football, they could take advantage of their gangling frame and height to play basketball. Giannis and his brothers soon began to play basketball in their neighborhood and their gifts were quickly recognized by their coaches. In fact, so that the boys could have more time to train and play the game for their respective teams, the team management ensured that Charles and Veronica were given work permit and thus could get better jobs and then earn more to provide for their families. The boys were taken off the streets of Athens and committed their times to their education and basketball. The most promising of the brothers was, of course, Giannis Adetokunbo.
Y'all success vultures won't let a young nigga breathe

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by ILoveDemMANNA: 9:46am On Dec 16, 2020
somehow:
They got the height from their dad cos their mum does not look that tall.
Obviously.

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by Buffalo2(m): 9:48am On Dec 16, 2020
post=97113121:
This money is around 100 BILLION NAIRA!!

He deserves this deal absolutely.

He has paid the price to be one of the best in the game.

This dude is just so good.

It is a joy watching him make those dunks.

He's one of the very BEST IN THE LEAGUE.

Our best player in NBA.


His real biological name is actually Giannis Adesina Ugochukwu ADETOKUNBO.
He is a Nigerian!
His dad is Yoruba, his mom is Igbo (One Nigeria Forever.)
But one thing led to another thing,
hence the change in name.
Issa long story, you can read more about that here....

https://www.nairaland.com/6117086/story-giannis-adetokunbo-deji-yesufu#up



Nope, you are wrong sir.
The mom is alive, but the dad unfortunately died 3 years ago at a young age.
Ms Veronica Adetokunbo is doing well for herself and enjoying her 4 gangling fruits of the womb.
Joy of Motherhood.


His brothers are getting there also.
Keep aiming high THE GREEK FREAK!

See as dem all tall and cute kiss
Joy of motherhood.
Wow ! what a write-up. good compilation.

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by MANNABBQGRILLS: 9:50am On Dec 16, 2020
Buffalo2:
Wow!
What a write-up.
Good compilation.
Thank you and stay blessed!

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by ILoveDemMANNA: 9:56am On Dec 16, 2020
I love basketball �

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by ILoveDemMANNA: 9:57am On Dec 16, 2020
Nice one

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by KosiGee(m): 9:58am On Dec 16, 2020
Cumtroller:
Watch how Vagina people will start hustling this young man.



I’m surprised DJ Cuppy hasn’t located and tried to connect to this dude. That girl no dey take eye see tall macho athletes with Naija roots. She never can resist the temptation to meet up with them, make bad beats to mess up their flows.
Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by solomon36670: 9:58am On Dec 16, 2020
:They got the height from their dad cos their mum does not look that tall.Obviously.

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Re: Giannis Antetokounmpo Signs $228 Million Deal - The Richest In NBA History by RuggedSniper: 10:02am On Dec 16, 2020
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https://www.bbc.com/sport/basketball/55325552
grin... Congrats to the NBA big dawg, Giannis Adetokunbo! He and my main man, the legendary Houston Rocket's Hakeem "The Dream" Olajuwon are two of the NBA's MVPs of Yoruba-Nigerian descent. This is the INDOMITABLE SPIRIT!

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