Greece Defeats Slovenia and Luka Doncic to Advance in Olympic Qualifiers

Sports | July 6, 2024, 1:14 p.m.

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Greece are on the cusp of finally securing a spot in the Olympics after a dominant victory over Luka Doncic and Slovenia. Led by Thomas Walkup and Antetokounmpo, Greece showcased their strength and skill, outplaying their opponents in every aspect of the game. With a focused mindset and a strong team led by coach Vassilis Spanoulis, Greece is now one win away from claiming a berth in the Paris Games. The intense semifinal matchup marked the first time Antetokounmpo and Doncic faced off while representing their national teams, with Greece's big front line proving to be too much for Slovenia to handle. As the tournament progresses in different locations like Spain, Latvia, and Puerto Rico, the competition remains fierce as teams battle for the final berths in the men's basketball field for the Olympics.