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Kostas Antetokounmpo on transfer to Aris: 'They made me feel like a member of the family'
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Kostas Antetokounmpo on transfer to Aris: 'They made me feel like a member of the family'

From Ta Nea · () Greek

Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kostas Antetokounmpo has extended his contract with Greek basketball club Aris, keeping him in Thessaloniki until 2029.
  • The decision was based on sporting and financial factors, as well as his importance to the team's plans and locker room.
  • Antetokounmpo expressed happiness and gratitude, feeling like part of the Aris family and looking forward to the future.

Kostas Antetokounmpo will continue to play in Thessaloniki after agreeing to extend his contract with Greek basketball club Aris until 2029.

The renewal of his contract was influenced not only by sporting and financial considerations but also by the significant role the 28-year-old center holds within the team's strategy and locker room dynamics. This extension signifies his commitment to the historic club.

I am very happy to be part of this historic team. I have wonderful memories and experiences from last season and I look forward to seeing what the future holds.

— Kostas AntetokounmpoAntetokounmpo's statement after signing his contract extension with Aris.

Speaking to Aris Betsson's official website, Antetokounmpo shared his satisfaction with remaining with the team. He reflected on his positive experiences from the previous season and expressed eagerness for what lies ahead. "I am very happy to be part of this historic team. I have wonderful memories and experiences from last season and I look forward to seeing what the future holds," he stated after signing the three-year deal.

The coach is a tremendous coach and I have respect and trust in him. I want to hope that the collaboration will have the same results as with the National Team.

— Kostas AntetokounmpoAntetokounmpo's comments on coach Vassilis Spanoulis.

Antetokounmpo also noted the advantage of not needing an adjustment period, as he is already familiar with the team and the EuroCup level of play. He praised coach Vassilis Spanoulis, expressing respect and trust in his coaching abilities, hoping for continued success similar to their time with the national team. He acknowledged Aris's upward trajectory and anticipates the upcoming season as a challenge for both players and fans. The forward emphasized the "unreal" love he has felt from Aris fans, which made him feel instantly like a "member of the family," a sentiment he deeply values and for which he is ready to give his best.

He added, "Aris is indeed rising rapidly, and we all see it. The coming season, I believe, will be a challenge. Both for us players and members of the team, and for all our fans." He concluded by expressing his love for the fans and his readiness to continue performing at his highest level.

The love I felt here at Aris is truly unreal. It made me feel immediately that I am a member of the family and for me that is very important. I truly love them and I am ready to give my best going forward.

— Kostas AntetokounmpoAntetokounmpo expressing his feelings towards Aris fans and the club.
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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.

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