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Boban Marjanović: The basketball 'giant' in the fields with his father (vid)
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Boban Marjanović: The basketball 'giant' in the fields with his father (vid)

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Basketball player Boban Marjanović shared a video of himself helping his father with harvest work in the countryside.
  • The 2.24m tall Serbian player showed his willingness to assist with family obligations away from the court.
  • Marjanović captioned the video "Gold!!!" highlighting his connection to his roots and family.

Boban Marjanović, the towering Serbian basketball player known for his 2.24-meter (7 ft 4 in) height, has offered a glimpse into a different side of his life, away from the bright lights of professional basketball. Marjanović recently shared a video on social media showing him working alongside his father in the countryside, participating in a grain harvest.

The footage captures a moment of quiet dedication as the NBA star, usually seen on the court, lends a hand with strenuous agricultural tasks. This display of humility and commitment to family obligations resonated with many, showcasing a grounded individual connected to his roots.

Marjanović, who has played for teams like the Philadelphia 76ers and Dallas Mavericks, captioned the heartwarming video with a simple yet powerful "Gold!!!" The post highlighted not just the successful harvest but also the value he places on family and his upbringing, demonstrating that even global athletes cherish their ties to home.

The video serves as a reminder of the person behind the athlete, emphasizing the importance of family and the simple joys found in contributing to shared labor, far from the pressures of professional sports.

Gold!!!

— Boban MarjanovićMarjanović's caption for the video of him helping with the harvest.
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Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.