WASHINGTON, Aug 21 ― Greek NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo sparked the Milwaukee Bucks to their first title in 50 years and yesterday became a part owner of Major League Baseball's Milwaukee Brewers. Merging the worlds of the slam dunk and home run, Antetokounmpo donned a Brewers jersey in a...
WASHINGTON, Aug 21 ― Greek NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo sparked the Milwaukee Bucks to their first title in 50 years and yesterday became a part owner of Major League Baseball's Milwaukee Brewers.
“The city of Milwaukee means so much to me,” Antetokounmpo said. “I'm honored to be joining the Brewers ownership group to further my commitment and dedication to this great community. I take great pride in my city and I'm excited about what we can build together.” Brewers chairman and principal owner Mark Attanasio introduced Antetokounmpo, the first new individual investor in the Brewers ownership group since Attanasio took control of the team in 2005.
Antetokounmpo signed a five-year contract extension with the Bucks worth US$228 million last December.
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