FIBA World Cup: Five Players To Watch Who Aren’t On Team USA
Apr 14, 2014; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Milwaukee Bucks guard-forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) drives to the net against Toronto Raptors guard-forward John Salmons (25) at the Air Canada Centre. Toronto defeated Milwaukee 110-100. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports
TEAM: Greece
Position: SF
The average NBA Fan probably has heard Giannis Antetokounmpo’s name, but really doesn’t know who the guys is. Nevertheless, the popular Vine, Twitter and Youtube sensation will turn heads in this tournament. And if you’ve never seen the kid play before, WATCH HIM.
Standing at 6-foot-9, the talented 19-year-old is ready to take the next step in his progression, which could very well take place on the national scene in this tournament.
Last season with the Milwaukee Bucks, Antetokounmpo averaged 6.8 points, 4.4 rebounds and nearly two assists. Though, if there’s one thing that you need to know about the Greek Freak is tha– well, just watch the video.