The NBA legend and former Olympiacos player, Eddie Johnsoncommented in moving words the conquest of the bronze medal by National Greece and his moving moment Giannis Antetokounbos.
The former former forward, who struggled with the jersey of the “reds” In the 1994/95 season, he wrote in his post:
‘It is not joking. You have to live and play in Greece to understand the passion and dedication to sports in this wonderful country! I loved the time I spent there! ”
He is not kidding. You have to experience living and playing in Greece to understand the beauty country! I loved my time there! https://t.co/984mbgxiik
– eddie a Johnson (@jumpshot8) September 14, 2025
His placement came as a comment In the tears of Giannis Antetokounboswhich characterized the success of the National as its greatest achievement. Johnson, having first experienced the dynamics and worship of Greek fans, confirmed that the country’s relationship with sports is unique.
“I don’t like being family, I just like basketball.”
Giannis with a goat post-game speech. ????#Eurobasket | #Makeyourmark pic.twitter.com/cks33sarn4
– FIBA ​​Eurobasket (@eurobasket) September 14, 2025
Johnson was unforgettable in Greek basketball for both his performances and his passion with Olympiacos, with whom he won the Greek Championship and reached the Euroleague final in 1995.
Source: Sport Fm
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