Bucks Star Thanasis Antetokounmpo to Undergo Surgery for Achilles Tendon Injury: What This Means for the Team and NBA Betting Enthusiasts
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s brother Thanasis, who plays alongside him on the Milwaukee Bucks team, is set to undergo surgery to repair a torn Achilles tendon. This news was reported by Shams Charania of The Athletic. Although Thanasis recently played in the final playoff game against the Pacers, the injury occurred during a workout this week, according to The Athletic.
Thanasis’ injury means he will be unable to participate in the upcoming summer games with the Greek national team as they strive to qualify for the Olympics. Last year, when Giannis did not play for the Greek team, Thanos had a more significant role. However, with his injury, he is likely to miss most, if not all, of the next NBA season. At 31 years old, Thanos has been a part of the Bucks for five years and played 34 games this season. Despite signing several one-year contracts to remain with the team, his injury raises questions about his future with the Bucks.
The team may have to reconsider their approach considering he won’t be able to play for an entire year. For basketball enthusiasts looking for insights into NBA betting action, tune into “Bet The Edge,” hosted by Jay Croucher and Drew Dinsick. Their expert analysis on NBA betting is available on weekdays at 6 AM ET on various platforms for podcasts.
