After a long and grueling recovery process, Thanasis Antetokounmpo has officially been cleared to resume basketball activities. The former Milwaukee Bucks forward, who missed the entire 2024-25 NBA season due to a torn Achilles, announced his return with a simple but powerful message:
“I’m back.”
Antetokounmpo suffered the devastating injury in May 2024, forcing him to undergo surgery and spend the past year rehabilitating. The road to recovery was challenging, but the veteran forward remained committed to making a comeback. He shared updates throughout his journey, offering glimpses into his rehab process and the mental toughness required to overcome such a setback.
Now that he’s officially cleared to play, the big question remains: Where will he land? Antetokounmpo, a free agent, spent five seasons with the Bucks alongside his brother, Giannis Antetokounmpo. While Milwaukee has moved forward without him, speculation is growing about whether he will reunite with Giannis or seek a fresh start elsewhere.
Despite not being a headline-grabbing player, Thanasis has been a valuable locker-room presence and a defensive energy boost off the bench. His return to the court will be closely watched, especially as teams look to add veteran depth for the upcoming season… or maybe use him to help lure in his brother.
