Giannis Antetokounmpo Biography: From Poverty to NBA Superstar I. Introduction Giannis Antetokounmpo is a professional basketball player who is considered one of the best players in the world. He is a two-time NBA MVP and a five-time NBA All-Star. Antetokounmpo was born in Greece to Nigerian parents and has risen from poverty to become one of the most successful athletes in the world. II. Early Life and Childhood Antetokounmpo was born on December 6, 1994, in Athens, Greece. He grew up in the Sepolia neighborhood of Athens along with his four brothers, who also played basketball. His parents, Charles and Veronica Antetokounmpo, were immigrants from Nigeria who came to Greece in search of a better life. However, the family faced extreme poverty and struggled to make ends meet. Antetokounmpo often had to sell sunglasses, watches, and other items on the streets to help his family survive. III. Basketball Career Antetokounmpo's love for basketball began at a young age, and he started p