Giannis Antetokounmpo goes for 27 points vs Croatia in EuroBasket opener – Highlights

Giannis Antetokounmpo was unstoppable in the opening game of Greece in the 2022 FIBA EuroBasket on Friday.

The “Greek Freak” played excellent on both ends and helped Greece defeat Croatia and start the tournament with an important win (85-89, LIVE from Hedgeout.net).

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 27 points (9/24 shooting), 11 rebounds and 6 assists for the winners, while he was named the MVP of the game.

The NBA superstar was the one that sealed the deal for Greece and put an end to the Croatians’ wild comeback from down 17 in the third quarter (36-53).

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With the lead down to two (82-84), he blocked Ivica Zubac’s hook shot and then scored with the dunk (82-86). In the next possession, he blocked Jaleen Smith’s three-pointer and made the three-point play on the other end to seal the deal.

Group C action continues on Saturday, with Greece facing hosts Italy at the sold-out Mediolanum Forum, while Croatia will play Great Britain.

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