Thanasis Antetokounmpo Signs Two-Year Deal with Greek Club Aris B.C.
Thanasis Antetokounmpo has agreed to a two-year contract with Aris B.C. of the Greek Basketball League, with a team option for a third season. The move means he and his brother Giannis will not be teammates during the 2026-27 NBA campaign, following Giannis' trade from the Bucks to the Heat. Antetokounmpo will continue his professional career in his home country of Greece.
Thanasis Antetokounmpo's return to Greece marks the end of his NBA tenure, which included stints with the New York Knicks and Milwaukee Bucks. The two-year agreement with Aris B.C. includes a team option for a third season, allowing the club flexibility. His departure follows Giannis' trade to Miami, ensuring the siblings will not share an NBA court in the upcoming campaign. Aris announced the signing on Tuesday, welcoming the veteran forward back to his homeland.
This move could shift attention to the Greek Basketball League, where Thanasis' experience may raise the league's profile and inspire local fans. The separation of the Antetokounmpo brothers might also affect NBA viewership in Greece, though Giannis remains a major draw. For Thanasis, the contract offers stability and a chance to play near family, potentially influencing how international players weigh overseas opportunities against NBA bench roles.