History of Thanasis Antetokounmpo in Timeline
Thanasis Antetokounmpo is a Greek-Nigerian professional basketball player. His nickname is "Thanasty" and he most recently played for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA. He has also represented the Greek national team internationally since 2016.
July 18, 1992: Birth of Thanasis Antetokounmpo
Thanasis Antetokounmpo was born on July 18, 1992, in Athens, Greece. He was originally named Adetokunbo.
1994: Birth of Giannis Antetokounmpo
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Thanasis's younger brother, was born in 1994.
2008: Begins Playing Youth Club Basketball
Thanasis Antetokounmpo began playing youth club basketball with the junior teams of Filathlitikos in 2008.
2010: Plays for Filathlitikos Senior Team
In 2010, Antetokounmpo started playing with the senior men's team of Filathlitikos in the Greek fourth division.
2011: Begins Professional Career with Filathlitikos
Thanasis Antetokounmpo began his professional career with Filathlitikos in the Greek 3rd Division in 2011.
2012: Plays in Greek 2nd Division
During the 2012–13 season, Antetokounmpo played for Filathlitikos in the Greek 2nd Division, averaging 12.2 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 1 assist per game.
May 9, 2013: Obtains Greek Citizenship
Thanasis Antetokounmpo officially became a Greek citizen on May 9, 2013, legally establishing his last name as Antetokounmpo.
June 17, 2013: Withdraws from 2013 NBA Draft
Thanasis Antetokounmpo withdrew from the 2013 NBA draft on June 17, 2013, along with his brother Giannis.
October 19, 2013: Strong Performance Against Ermis Lagkada
On October 19, 2013, Antetokounmpo recorded 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 1 assist in Filathlitikos' win against Ermis Lagkada.
November 1, 2013: Selected in NBA Development League Draft
On November 1, 2013, Thanasis Antetokounmpo was selected 9th overall by the Delaware 87ers in the NBA D-League draft.
November 23, 2013: D-League Debut
Antetokounmpo made his D-League debut on November 23, 2013, scoring 14 points in a loss against the Canton Charge.
2013: Giannis Antetokounmpo Drafted into the NBA
In 2013, Giannis Antetokounmpo was drafted 15th overall by the Milwaukee Bucks, marking a significant milestone in his basketball career.
2013: Participates in Greek All-Star Game
In 2013, Antetokounmpo was selected by coaches as a special participant in the Greek All-Star Game and competed in the slam dunk contest.
2013: 2013-14 D-League Season Performance
During the 2013-14 NBA D-League season, Thanasis Antetokounmpo averaged 12.0 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists in 50 games.
May 1, 2014: Named to D-League All-Defensive Third Team
On May 1, 2014, Antetokounmpo was named to the NBA D-League All-Defensive Third Team.
June 26, 2014: Selected in NBA Draft by New York Knicks
Thanasis Antetokounmpo was selected 51st overall by the New York Knicks in the 2014 NBA Draft.
November 3, 2014: Acquired by Westchester Knicks
On November 3, 2014, Thanasis Antetokounmpo was acquired by the Westchester Knicks of the NBA D-League.
2014: Competes in D-League Slam Dunk Contest
Thanasis Antetokounmpo competed in the 2014 NBA D-League Slam Dunk Contest.
April 22, 2015: Named to D-League All-Defensive Second Team
On April 22, 2015, Thanasis Antetokounmpo was named to the NBA D-League All-Defensive Second Team.
July 2015: Plays in NBA Summer League
In July 2015, Thanasis Antetokounmpo participated in the NBA Summer League with the New York Knicks.
August 7, 2015: Signs with New York Knicks
Thanasis Antetokounmpo signed with the New York Knicks on August 7, 2015.
January 29, 2016: NBA Debut with New York Knicks
Thanasis Antetokounmpo made his NBA debut with the New York Knicks on January 29, 2016, against the Phoenix Suns. He signed a 10-day contract with the team the same day.
February 8, 2016: Contract Not Renewed by Knicks
The New York Knicks decided not to renew Thanasis Antetokounmpo's contract on February 8, 2016. He returned to the Westchester Knicks the following day.
May 3, 2016: Named to Nigerian National Team Camp, Chooses Greece
On May 3, 2016, Thanasis Antetokounmpo was initially invited to the Nigerian national team's training camp for the 2016 Rio Olympics but declined. He opted to play for the Greek national team instead and was selected for their 12-man roster for the 2016 Turin FIBA World Olympic Qualifying Tournament, where he averaged 7.3 points and 1.7 rebounds per game.
August 8, 2016: Signs with MoraBanc Andorra
Thanasis Antetokounmpo signed with MoraBanc Andorra of the Liga ACB in Spain on August 8, 2016.
2016: Begins Representing the Greek National Team
In 2016, Antetokounmpo began representing the Greek national team at the international level.
July 11, 2017: Signs with Panathinaikos
Thanasis Antetokounmpo signed a two-year deal with Panathinaikos of the Greek Basket League on July 11, 2017.
2017: Represents Greece at FIBA EuroBasket
In 2017, Thanasis Antetokounmpo played for Greece at the FIBA EuroBasket, averaging 6.1 points and 1.9 rebounds per game.
2017: Awarded "Most Spectacular Player" in Liga ACB
In 2017, Thanasis Antetokounmpo was awarded the "Top 5 Trophy" by Gigantes del Basket, recognizing him as the Liga ACB's "Most Spectacular Player of the Year".
June 2018: Wins Greek League Championship and MVP Award
In June 2018, Antetokounmpo won the Greek League championship with Panathinaikos and was named the league's Most Spectacular Player. He was also named the MVP of the 2018 Greek All-Star game.
2018: Wins First Greek League Championship
In 2018, Thanasis Antetokounmpo won his first Greek League championship with Panathinaikos.
February 17, 2019: Wins Greek Cup with Panathinaikos
Thanasis Antetokounmpo won the Greek Cup with Panathinaikos on February 17, 2019, defeating PAOK in the final.
June 14, 2019: Wins Second Consecutive Greek League Championship
On June 14, 2019, Antetokounmpo won his second consecutive Greek League championship with Panathinaikos.
July 16, 2019: Signs with Milwaukee Bucks
On July 16, 2019, Thanasis Antetokounmpo signed with the Milwaukee Bucks, joining his brother Giannis.
2019: Wins Second Greek League Championship
In 2019, Thanasis Antetokounmpo won his second consecutive Greek League Championship with Panathinaikos.
2019: Participates in FIBA World Cup Qualifiers and Tournament
During the 2019 FIBA World Cup Qualifiers, Thanasis Antetokounmpo averaged 8.8 points and 1.8 rebounds per game. He then represented Greece in the main tournament, contributing 6.0 points and 1.4 rebounds per game.
July 20, 2021: Wins NBA Championship with Bucks
Thanasis Antetokounmpo won the 2021 NBA Finals with the Milwaukee Bucks on July 20, 2021, although he missed Games 5 and 6 due to COVID-19 protocols.
August 13, 2021: Re-signs with Milwaukee Bucks
Thanasis Antetokounmpo re-signed with the Milwaukee Bucks on a two-year deal on August 13, 2021.
2021: Wins NBA Championship with Milwaukee Bucks
Thanasis Antetokounmpo won the NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks in 2021.
April 10, 2022: Career-High 27 Points
On April 10, 2022, Antetokounmpo scored a career-high 27 points in a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.
2022: Represents Greece at FIBA EuroBasket
In 2022, Thanasis Antetokounmpo participated in the FIBA EuroBasket with the Greek national team, averaging 3.0 points and 1.6 rebounds per game.
March 30, 2023: Altercation with Blake Griffin and Suspension
On March 30, 2023, Antetokounmpo was ejected from a game against the Boston Celtics after headbutting Blake Griffin. He was subsequently suspended for one game.
July 28, 2023: Re-signs with Milwaukee Bucks
Thanasis Antetokounmpo re-signed a one-year deal with the Milwaukee Bucks on July 28, 2023.
2023: Plays in FIBA World Cup Qualifiers and Tournament
Throughout 2023, Thanasis Antetokounmpo represented Greece in the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers, where he averaged 9.5 points and 3.0 rebounds per game, and the FIBA World Cup, with averages of 3.8 points and 3.0 rebounds per game.