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EuroBasket situation involving Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo takes turn for worse
EuroBasket situation involving Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo takes turn for worse originally appeared on The Sporting News EuroBasket serves as a quadrennial occasion during which European basketball is celebrated and the continent's best players compete to determine which country's roster stands supreme. But there is an increasingly likely chance that this summer's edition of the tournament will not feature one of the sport's best players in the world: Greece national team talisman and Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. Nikos Papadogiannis, a Greek basketball insider working for the outlet Gazzetta, reported on Friday that conversations between the Bucks and the Hellenic Basketball Federation on the topic of insurance payments have become increasingly tense in the last few days. "There may be a need for some form of apology or player intervention if things go wrong," Papadogiannis wrote. "Otherwise, we could have a problem. "Many details remain confidential, but it's clear Milwaukee is frustrated with the Greek federation, accusing them of arrogance and amateurism. The Bucks cite missed insurance deadlines and a lack of transparency regarding national team activities, and they claim the federation has taken an aggressive tone in correspondence. They act like they don't realize we hold all the cards, sources say." Papadogiannis went as far as to predict that Antetokounmpo's odds of suiting up for Greece this summer are "a generous and optimistic fifty-fifty or... sixty-forty [in favor of playing]." The aforementioned insurance payments are the reason why the Bucks have not provided written permission for Antetokounmpo to participate in EuroBasket. The hesitancy on their part resides in the fact that FIBA's insurance policies cannot cover the full sum of Antetokounmpo's big-money NBA contract should he get hurt during the tournament; as a result, that written permission is necessary. Nikola Jokić and Luka Dončić are two players who, like Antetokounmpo, have needed approval from the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers, respectively, to compete in the tournament. Their paperwork has been processed already, and both players are playing in exhibition games with their national teams. Antetokounmpo is currently with the Greece national team, but he is not cleared to participate in any team activities until permission to do so has been granted by the Bucks.
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FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup Showdown Set for Athens in 2027
Mohamed Mandour FIBA announced that the FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup 2027 will be held in Athens, Greece, from September 16-19, in the city's historic Syntagma Square. The famous Syntagma Square, located in front of the Old Royal Palace, home of the Greek Parliament building, will be transformed into a dynamic setting for a four-day festival of 3x3 basketball action. The top men's and women's teams from 12 European countries will battle it out on the half-court for the European title. As the final Europe Cup competition before the LA28 Olympic Games, fans can expect high-intensity, world-class 3x3 basketball action. 'Having hosted the first FIBA 3x3 World Cup in 2012, Athens holds a very special place in the history of 3x3 basketball,' said FIBA 3x3 Managing Director Alex Sanchez. 'It has proven itself as a world-class host and we are excited to return on the road to LA28. Bringing the world's most thrilling urban team sport discipline to one of the world's great basketball cities, in a landmark location, is the perfect combination for an unforgettable competition.' 'We are truly honored and thrilled to host the FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup 2027 in Athens, and especially to bring this electrifying discipline right into the heart of the city,' said Attica Governor Mr. Nick Hardalias. '3x3 basketball is urban, fast-paced, and full of excitement - a perfect fit for our vibrant city center. This event will not only offer unforgettable moments for players and fans but will also mark a milestone in the evolution of 3x3 basketball in Greece. We are committed to setting up an exceptional venue that will showcase both the beauty of Athens and the dynamic spirit of 3x3.' 'It is a tremendous honor for us to host the FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup 2027 in Athens, right in the iconic setting of the Athens city center, said President of the Hellenic Basketball Federation, Mr. Vangelis Liolios. 'Over the past four years, the Hellenic Basketball Federation has invested significant effort in the growth of 3x3 through an extensive promotional and development plan, strong partnerships with sponsors, and deep engagement with communities across Greece. We have organized top-class 3x3 events at landmark locations, creating powerful images of Greece that have travelled around the world and showcased the unique blend of sport and culture our country offers. Bringing the FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup 2027 to Athens is the next milestone in this journey — a testament to the vibrant impact 3x3 is having on the Greek basketball community and a chance to inspire even more players and fans with the energy, speed, and urban excitement that define this discipline.' The FIBA 3x3 Europe Cup 2027 will unite thousands of local and international fans of all ages for an all-action urban festival atmosphere. It is the second time in recent years that Athens has been chosen to host an international 3x3 event. In 2022, the city successfully hosted the FIBA 3x3 U17 Europe Cup. Following the successful co-hosting of the FIBA Women's EuroBasket 2025, which concluded with the Final Phase in Piraeus, Greece continues to strengthen its presence on the international basketball stage. Greece has been recently confirmed as one of the hosts for the FIBA EuroBasket 2029 and will host the ninth edition of the FIBA U17 Basketball World Cup in 2028, further showcasing its commitment to the development of the sport at all levels. read more Japan Stun Spain 2-1 to Qualify for World Cup Last 16 World Cup 2022: Get to Know Confirmed Line-ups of Japan and Spain Group E Decider Saudi Arabia Bid Farewell to World Cup after 2-1 Loss to Mexico Tunisia Achieve Historic Win over France but Fail to Qualify Tunisia to Clash against France in World Cup Sports Get to Know Squad of Group D Teams in World Cup Sports Al Ahly Gift EGP 70,000 to Players After Claiming Egyptian Super Cup Title Sports Bencharki Hits First 2 Goals with Al Jazira Since Leaving Zamalek Sports Arsenal Possible Line-up for Nottingham Forest News Israeli-Linked Hadassah Clinic in Moscow Treats Wounded Iranian IRGC Fighters News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Videos & Features Tragedy Overshadows MC Alger Championship Celebration: One Fan Dead, 11 Injured After Stadium Fall Lifestyle Get to Know 2025 Eid Al Adha Prayer Times in Egypt Arts & Culture South Korean Actress Kang Seo-ha Dies at 31 after Cancer Battle News "Tensions Escalate: Iran Probes Allegations of Indian Tech Collaboration with Israeli Intelligence" News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks Arts & Culture Hawass Foundation Launches 1st Course to Teach Ancient Egyptian Language Sports Get to Know 2025 WWE Evolution Results
