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Greece’s Olympic Basketball Qualifier Features Superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo Amidst Strong Competition

Greece is set to host a six-team qualifying tournament from July 2-7 in hopes of securing a spot in the Paris Olympics basketball tournament. Among the teams competing in this tournament is Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has expressed his desire to play for his national team, according to Greek coach Vasilis Spanoulis.

Antetokounmpo has been recovering from a calf strain that caused him to miss the end of the regular season and the playoffs with the Bucks. However, he has expressed his desire to play for his country this summer, depending on how well he has healed.

The competition in the qualifier is tough, with teams like Slovenia, featuring Luka Doncic, as well as other formidable opponents like New Zealand, Croatia, Egypt, and the Dominican Republic. Only one team will secure a spot in the Paris Olympics from this tournament, making it a challenging road for Greece.

Despite missing out on the last Olympic Games due to injury and other circumstances, Antetokounmpo remains determined to represent Greece on the global stage. He has proven himself as one of the best players in the NBA and is eager to showcase his skills on an international level.

Samantha Johnson

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