In a surprising move, Alex Antetokounmpo has officially inked a deal to play for KK Podgorica in Montenegro for the upcoming 2024-25 season. While the specifics of his contract remain undisclosed, the 22-year-old forward will bring his talents to this Montenegro-based club after wrapping up his last season with M Basket-Delamode Mažeikiai in Lithuania.
Born in Greece, Antetokounmpo made the transition to the United States before his high school years, where he made a name for himself as a standout player at Dominican High School in Wisconsin. Instead of pursuing college basketball in the U.S., he opted to take his skills to Europe following his high school graduation.
During his stint with M Basket-Delamode Mažeikiai last season, Antetokounmpo showcased his versatility in 12 games, averaging 8.3 points and 2.4 rebounds per game in just over 15 minutes of play. Notably, his field goal percentage soared to an impressive 51.2%, a notable improvement compared to his time in the G League.
The Antetokounmpo family name is synonymous with basketball greatness, largely due to the monumental success of Giannis Antetokounmpo, a global basketball icon who has dominated the NBA scene for over a decade. The Milwaukee Bucks star, drafted 15th overall in 2013, boasts an impressive resume that includes eight All-Star selections, two MVP awards, and a 2021 NBA Championship.
Joining Giannis in the NBA ranks are his brothers, Thanasis and Kostas Antetokounmpo. Thanasis, a key contributor for the Bucks since 2019, clinched an NBA title alongside his brother in 2021 but faces an uncertain 2024-25 season after sustaining a torn Achilles. Meanwhile, Kostas, who had stints with the Mavericks and Lakers, now plies his trade with Panathinaikos in Greece, the reigning EuroLeague champions.
With Alex Antetokounmpo’s latest European venture and the continued success of the Antetokounmpo basketball dynasty, the spotlight remains firmly fixed on this talented family as they carve out their paths in the basketball world. Fans around the globe eagerly anticipate witnessing the next chapter in the story of the Antetokounmpos.
