Greece vs Montenegro EuroBasket Prep Games: Where to Watch and Game Preview, as Giannis still uncleared by the Bucks
- → Game to take place at PAOK Sports Arena, Thessaloniki on Thursday, August 14 at 19:00 CEST (18:00 BST)
- → Greece continue their EuroBasket preparations in front of a home crowd, still awaiting NBA clearance for Giannis Antetokounmpo
- → Montenegro look to test their depth and experience against a potential tournament contender
A Big Test in Thessaloniki
Greece step onto the floor in Thessaloniki for a crucial EuroBasket 2025 warm-up, with fans eager for confirmation on when Giannis Antetokounmpo will suit up. The Milwaukee Bucks star is still awaiting official clearance from his NBA team to join the national squad, and he will once again miss out on Greece's preparation game at the PAOK Sports Arena.
Pre-season has been a mixed bag for the hosts: a solid win over Belgium was followed by losses to Serbia and Israel, showing flashes of high-tempo offense but also moments of defensive inconsistency. Coach Vassilis Spanoulis will be eager to see sharper rotations and better late-game execution before FIBA EuroBasket 2025 tips off.
Montenegro, meanwhile, have had a steady build-up. A loss to France was followed by a solid win against Bosnia & Herzegovina - and will already most likely be counting on their big man and star Nikola Vucevic.
Greece: Waiting on Giannis
The Greek basketball world is holding its breath. When will Giannis get the green light from Milwaukee? The two-time NBA MVP has been sidelined for much of the offseason, managing his body after a long campaign. His presence would not only supercharge Greece’s offense but also shore up their interior defense and rebounding-two areas they will need to master against elite competition.
However, Hellas Basketball fans will have to wait, as the Milwaukee Bucks haven't granted written permission for the Greek Freak to join its national team ahead of the preparation games. Next step? The Acropolis tournament, when fans will hope Giannis is free and unleashed ahead of EuroBasket.
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