By Johnny Askounis/ info@eurohoops.net
NBA superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo opened up about his future with both the Greek national team and his pursuit of another championship ring.
Addressing his status for the upcoming international play, with the schedule for the senior national team of Greece featuring two FIBA windows this summer, the Greek Freak revealed that he will be unable to suit up in the upcoming FIBA World Cup 2027 games in July and August.
“I cannot play in the World Cup qualifying windows. I really wanted to play with the national team, because I did not play much with the Bucks this season due to injury. Now that I’m healthy, I wanted to play, but we will wait until 2027,” he explained in a walk-and-talk with Greek broadcaster ANT1, pointing toward the World Cup’s final stage in Qatar during the next offseason as his next major milestone with the national team.
Giannis also spoke about his drive within the NBA, even as speculation regarding a potential departure from Milwaukee intensifies. Despite the uncertainty surrounding his next steps, the competitive fire remains undiminished. He was direct when discussing his ultimate objective, confirming a clear desire to replicate the success of his 2021 title run. “I want another championship,” the 31-year-old point forward stated simply.
His 13th campaign with the Bucks in the league based in North America was limited to 36 appearances with 27.6 points, 9.8 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 0.9 steals, and 0.7 blocks per game in the 2025-26 Regular Season.