NBA star breaks down in tears after helping his country reach the Olympics [VIDEOS]

Greek basketball star Giannis Antetokounmpo poured his heart out on Sunday as he led his team to a triumphant victory over Croatia, securing Greece's place at the Paris Olympics. It's Greece's first Olympic basketball berth since 2008, with Antetokounmpo turning in an impressive performance with 23 points, eight rebounds and three assists in the critical game.

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Antetokounmpo's emotional display after the game, with tears streaming down his face as he sat courtside, was caught on video, a touching moment that showed the raw passion and dedication he brings to the game . Sharing her emotional journey on social media, she posted a photo with the caption 'I've never cheated the game… See you in Paris', alongside a touching snap of her son celebrating his win.

This is emotional
Giannis is an Olympian

— Atinuke Esan (@SucreMamito124) July 7, 2024

Greece emerged victorious from the FIBA ​​Olympic qualification tournament held in Piraeus, beating Luka Doncic's Slovenia on their way to the Olympics. The trip to the Paris Games also saw Brazil triumph in Latvia, Spain prevail in the Bahamas and Puerto Rico clinch final Olympic qualification by defeating Lithuania.