Francis Antetokounmpo Brothers
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Francis Antetokounmpo is a big name in basketball history. The family has given birth to five basketball players, two of whom are currently affiliated with the National Basketball Association (NBA). Francis Antetoacoumpo is the eldest of five brothers.

He is a semi-professional basketball player. However, he is more deeply known as a professional football player. Athleticism is his first love, but he is equally interested in music.

In 2020 he released his first official single “Shekosi” But music sets him apart from his brothers. Francis Antetocunampo may not be as popular as his brothers in basketball matches, but that doesn’t detract from him. He has, in fact, been exploring more extensive and diverse genres than anyone else in the family.

Francis Antetokunampo’s Net Worth:

Francis Antetokunampo’s net worth is more than $1 million in 2023. He has explored several different things in his career. He has made a decent living from the projects.

Moreover, he manages to lead a decent life. His younger brother Giannis, on the other hand, owns $60 million in assets. In addition, he is the Antetokunumpo brother who plays for the box.

Moreover, Thanasis and Costa also make a fair amount of money. Their total assets range from $1 million – $3 million.

The youngest Antetokunampo is still too young to make a fortune like his older brothers. However, he will definitely shine in the basketball industry in the days ahead.

Early Life and Family:

Antetokunampo was born on October 20, 1988, in Lagos, Nigeria. He was born to parents Charles Antetocanumpo and Veronica Antetocanumpo.

He has four younger brothers: Thanasis Antetokunumpo, Giannis Antetokunumpo, Costas Antetokunumpo, and Alex Antetokunumpo.

The five children of Charles and Veronica Antetoconampo are the top athletes. Each of them has successfully created a unique identity for themselves in the sports industry.

Charles and Veronica Antetoconampo originally lived in Lagos, Nigeria. In fact, they were born Nigerian.

The Antetokounmpo couple chose to leave the country for the sake of their first child. They flew to Athens, Greece, in search of a better life.

However, Francis had to leave Nigeria for a while with his grandparents.

All immigration and relocation are why Francis is the only Antetocunampo brother born outside Europe or Greece.

Charles Adetokunbo worked as a handyman. His wife, Veronica, worked as a babysitter. The couple worked really hard to make ends meet.

Moreover, they lived as the only black family in the area.

The family may have moved to a new country, but they have not isolated themselves from their Nigerian culture.

The boys were also taught Greek culture, but their Nigerian roots were always influential.

Antetocanumpo

The real last name of the family is Adetokunbo.

Guyanese’s passport is misspelled. So then the whole family changed it to Antetokounmpo.

They hold a different titles. The idea behind turning it into something more difficult is mysterious.

Giannis Antetocaunampo

Giannis must be the most popular Antetokounmpo brother by far. She is six years younger than Francis.

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He currently plays for Thanawas as well as the NBA’s Milwaukee Box. The Milwaukee Brewers drafted him into the 2013 NBA Draft, ranking 15th overall.

The 6-foot11-inch gentleman is popularly known as “Greek Freak” because of his size, speed, and ball-handling skills.

Costas Antetokunampo

Costas and Francis are nine years apart. However, brothers of the same mother were still able to handle a very friendly and fraternal equation.

Costas was announced for the 2018 NBA Draft. The Philadelphia 76ers drafted him as the final pick. They later traded him to the Dallas Mavericks.

The Los Angeles Lakers demanded his release on July 21, 2019.

Alex Antetocanumpo

The youngest Antetokounmpo is thirteen years younger than the older one. Even so, her four older brothers have high expectations for her.

They believe he has the potential to be better than all his brothers.

Antetokounmpo signed a three-year deal with Liga ACB’s UCAM Murcia on June 22, 2020. He also had a very successful high school basketball career.

Francis Antetokunampo Sports Occupations (Soccer and Basketball):

Francis played basketball in Greece with his brothers. His brothers were always interested in taking up basketball as a profession. However, Francis did not consider doing so for a living.

He played basketball at a small local club in Philatelicos. He was associated with the club’s senior men’s team.

Thanasis and Giannis have also played in the senior team of the same club.

Both were part of the pro-level league in Greece’s second tier, which Francis did not explore.

However, he played with the club in the semi-pro level 3rd level league in Greece.

Their love for football was perpetuated by their father, Charles. Charles also played football and loved it.

Francis has played as a midfielder in both Greece and Nigeria. He was associated with several clubs.

He joined AE Sparti, a Greek football club based in Laconia, Sparta, Greece on January 18, 2018.

Francis severed ties with them within a few months. He then joined ItitosSpaton, a Greek football club based in Spata, East Attica, Greece on September 11, 2018. He left the club on January 23, 2019.

Francis played football as a professional. However, he never played in the United States. Therefore, he was never prominent among football fans in the United States.

His Music Career:

A musician from a family of athletes may sound a little unusual. Francis himself is an athlete, but he always carried music in his blood and heart.

His mother, Veronica, was a music lover. It is believed that he can also sing. It certainly inspired and pushed Francis towards music.

He released his first single, “Shekosi” on July 22, 2020. It features the guest character of Serbian actor Darko Peric.

We may not recognize Peric by his name, but if someone says he was part of a hit series on Netflix, most of us will immediately have the illusion of his face in our heads.

As of November 20, 2020, the music video has 127,629 views, 4.9 thousand likes, 79 dislikes, and 659 comments.

Listeners seem to like the music video, loading it with positive feedback. Senior Antetokounmpo can shine in the music industry!

Francis Antetokounmpo does not use his first or last name in the music industry. In fact, he calls himself ‘Official’.

Ofili is his middle name. It is of Nigerian descent and signifies wisdom and greatness.

Generosity:

Antetokounmpo has organized the “Antetokounbros 5K Run” in Athens, Greece in partnership with NIKE.

Was a part of Francis, Thanasis, Giannis, and Alex. However, for some unknown reason, Kostas did not take part.

Four Antetokunumpo siblings ran with hundreds of people responding to their calls.

They ran through the streets of Athens and through the city center. Similarly, the city center was closed for the occasion.

It was a 5km course that started at Triton Gym in the Sepolia area. Ends at the historic Kalimarmanan Stadium. The first modern Olympic Games were held in that stadium.

The purpose was charity. Thereafter, every single runner pays 5 for participation. The money raised was donated to a charity to help the “Ark of the World”.

It is a non-profit organization whose goal is to provide protection and support to mothers and children in need.

His Presence on Social Media:

Francis Antetokounmpo is more into music lately, and he loved his work as a musician. It’s totally different from what his brothers do, but the former footballer seems to be enjoying it.

Similarly, he dedicates his social media handles to most music like Instagram. But also, she is often seen on social media acknowledging and praising the victory of her younger siblings.

Who is Antetokounmpo in Basketball?

Antetokounmpo is not the only individual in basketball. Instead, it brings together five brothers dedicated and connected to basketball.

Francis, Thanasis, Giannis, Costas, and Alex Antetokunumpo are basketball players. However, Francis did not play professional basketball.

He was more into football. Also, nowadays he is writing his name as a musician.

Every NBA follower must have recognized the popular genius Antitukunampo. Thanasis and Alex are also associated with the NBA.

Alex, like his brothers, is looking forward to making it big in basketball.

Is Francis Antetokunampo American?

No, Francis Antetokunampo is a Nigerian by birth. However, he and his family spent most of their lives in Athens, Greece. The family is of Greek nationality.

Full Name Francis OlowuOfili Adetokunbo (Antetokounmpo)
Known As Francis Antetokounmpo
Birth Date October 20, 1988
Birth Place Lagos, Nigeria
Religion Not Known
Nationality Greek
Ethnicity Nigerian Descent
Horoscope Libra
Father’s Name Charles Antetokounmpo
Mother’s Name Veronica Antetokounmpo
Siblings Four younger brothers
Brothers’ Name Thanasis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Kostas Antetokounmpo

Alex Antetokounmpo

 

Age 33 years old
Height 6 feet 5 inches (195.58 cm)
Weight Not Known
Hair Color Black
Eye Color Dark Brown
Build Athletic
Marital Status Unmarried
Relationship Status Not Known
Children None
Profession Soccer Player

Musician

Basketball Player

Music Video Shekosi
Position in Soccer Midfielder
Charity Antetokounbros 5K Run
Position in basketball Power Forward
Net Worth $1 million
Social Media Presence Instagram
Last Update 2023

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Abdullah Al Hasan writes about various players, especially about their Biography. He is a freelance content writer and a full-time blogger by profession. He also writes on Surprise Sports regularly.

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