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Giannis Antetokounmpo Cleared to Rejoin Greece After Bucks Sign-Off

A delayed insurance clearance dispute with the Bucks has been resolved, paving the way for his debut at the Acropolis Tournament starting Aug. 20.

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Apr 29, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) defends during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The Milwaukee Bucks have provided written sign-off on supplemental insurance, ending a standoff that kept Antetokounmpo out of Greece’s first four warm-up games.
  • Greek coach Vassilis Spanoulis confirmed that Antetokounmpo has completed contact drills and will join full team training this weekend.
  • Antetokounmpo is expected to play against Latvia in the Acropolis Tournament opener on Aug. 20 before EuroBasket’s group stage starts in Cyprus on Aug. 28.
  • Relations between the Bucks and the Hellenic Basketball Federation remain strained over missed insurance deadlines and communication gaps.
  • Ongoing trade speculation about Antetokounmpo’s future in Milwaukee continues to underscore the high stakes of his health and availability.