15 Things You Don’t Know About Giannis Antetokounmpo

13. He Played Basketball In Spain

Only days after turning 18, Giannis signed a four-year deal with a Spanish basketball organization called “CAI Zaragoza” that included an NBA buyout after every season.

He would have earned just over $325,000 during his time with the Spanish franchise if he decided to stay.

Other than maximizing his potential as a basketball player, Giannis made the ultimate business move by joining the NBA.