Giannis Antetokounmpo Gifts Real Madrid Star Vinicius Jr. Signed Jersey, Shoes After Bucks Win
Back in 2022, Antetokounmpo met with Vinicius in Madrid where they exchanged jerseys.
Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr. has continued his NBA tour across the United States, stopping in to New York to watch Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks beat Brooklyn 144-122 on Wednesday night.
The Brazilian has been enjoying games across the nation; including Oklahoma City, Sacramento, Los Angeles and now the east coast.
Throughout his trip, the soccer star has exchanged jerseys with LeBron James and OKC star, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Vinicius sat courtside as Antetokounmpo amassed 32 points, 10 rebounds and 8 assists as the Bucks moved to 23-8 on the season.
Following the game, he linked up with Antetokounmpo and received a signed game-worn jersey, as well as his shoes.
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The pair have met before, and at the very least are known to be acquaintances. Back in 2022, Antetokounmpo met with Vinicius in Madrid where they exchanged jerseys.
Both Vinicius and Real Madrid are currently on their annual winter break. Los Blancos' currently sit first in the La Liga standings, ahead of Girona via goal difference.
Real Madrid return to action on Jan. 3 in a league game at home to Mallorca.
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