Summary of Mirin Fader's Giannis

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#1 When Giannis was six years old, he and his family began selling items on the street to help support their family. They would travel to beaches, especially upscale ones such as Alimos Beach, to pitch their goods.

#2 In 1991, Charles and Veronica left Nigeria because of the country’s unstable politics and economy. They went to Germany, where Charles had the opportunity to play professional soccer, and then Greece, where they were granted asylum. Their four children were all given Greek first names.

#3 Charles and Veronica were extremely close, and he always watched out for her, especially when it came to finding them places to live. They would usually have just enough money to keep the lights on, but sometimes they were forced to make difficult choices.

#4 Giannis learned to be a persuasive street vendor. He knew how to turn on his charm and get people to like him. He learned that from his mother. They always found joy in each other.

• Language: English
• Publisher: IRB Media
• Release date: May 21, 2022
• ISBN: 9798822524620

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Contents

Insights from Chapter 1

Insights from Chapter 2

Insights from Chapter 3

Insights from Chapter 4

Insights from Chapter 5

Insights from Chapter 6

Insights from Chapter 7

Insights from Chapter 8

Insights from Chapter 9

Insights from Chapter 10

Insights from Chapter 11

Insights from Chapter 12

Insights from Chapter 13

Insights from Chapter 14

Insights from Chapter 15

Insights from Chapter 16

Insights from Chapter 1

#1

When Giannis was six years old, he and his family began selling items on the street to help support their family. They would travel to beaches, especially upscale ones such as Alimos Beach, to pitch their goods.

#2

In 1991, Charles and Veronica left Nigeria because of the country’s unstable politics and economy. They went to Germany, where Charles had the opportunity to play professional soccer, and then Greece, where they were granted asylum. Their four children were all given Greek first names.

#3

Charles and Veronica were extremely close, and he always watched out for her, especially when it came to finding them places to live. They would usually have just enough money to keep the lights on, but sometimes they were forced to make difficult choices.

#4

Giannis learned to be a persuasive street vendor. He knew how to turn on his charm and get people to like him. He learned that from his mother. They always found joy in each other.

#5

The family loved playing soccer, and the brothers were kicked off their first team because the coaches said they were too skinny and didn’t have enough muscles. But they kept playing on their own, challenging each other.

#6

Charles and Veronica wanted their kids to be good sports, but also competitive. They taught their boys to show respect to others, especially their elders and family. They prayed for some kind of relief for themselves and their family.

#7

The Antetokounmpos family found refuge in Agios Meletios Church in Sepolia, a beautiful Greek Orthodox church in the city. They developed a close relationship with Father Evangelos Ganas, who would help them out whenever he could.

#8

When Velliniatis met Giannis and his brothers, he saw something special in them. He gave them an opportunity, food, and hope. But his relationship with the family has since become strained.

#9

Velliniatis, a Greek immigrant, was drawn to Giannis because he felt like an outsider his entire life. Velliniatis helped bring top-tier talent from poor neighborhoods into the spotlight, and eventually into sports.

#10

Giannis had no interest in basketball, but he needed the money. He had to try it out for one month, and the team would help him financially. He and his brothers went to practice with a sponsor, who would help them get into Greek law allowing them to play.

#11

Giannis was extremely quiet and unassuming, and he never wanted to