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George Karlaftis: The Greek Freak of American Football?

Greek-born George Karlaftis is becoming the National Football League's (NFL) emerging star. Karlaftis, a rookie defensive end for the Kansas City Chiefs, is just getting started. His position is known for rushing the passer and sacking quarterbacks. An emerging fan favorite,...

Giannis Antetokounmpo Wins Case to Protect “Greek Freak” Trademark

  Giannis Antetokounmpo won a case last week over the unauthorized use of his trademark “Greek Freak” name, image and likeness rights. These rights had been misappropriated and used to advertise jerseys, phone cases, clocks, pillows, greeting cards, shower curtains and...

The "Greek Freak" Turns 25 Today and Everyone is Celebrating With Him

Apart from Saint Nicholas' Day, December 6 happens to be the birthday of one of Greece's most famous modern sports legends, Giannis Antetokounmpo, the ''Greek Freak'' of the NBA's Milwaukee Bucks basketball team. Born on a day no doubt much like...

Cardi B’s New Single Mentions ”Greek Freak” Giannis Antetokounmpo

The American rapper Cardi B released her new single dubbed ''Press'' on Thursday, in which she directly mentions Greek NBA basketball star Giannis Antetokounmpo. Cardi B's new song literally says "Bitch I'm Freak Like Greek (Like Greek)," using the nickname given to...

Giannis Antetokounmpo: Tsitsipas Will be Tennis’ "Greek Freak"

Greek NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo predicted on Thursday that tennis star Stefanos Tsitsipas will soon become the new "Greek Freak." Tsitsipas' career has taken off following his impressive appearance at the Australian Open last month. During his interview with sports...

The Greek Freak Has a New Nickname — Superman

Giannis Antetokounmpo is known as the "Greek Freak" to all and is famous for his superpowers out on the basket ball court. Averaging 27.3 points and 12.9 rebounds per game for the first-place Milwaukee Bucks, this Greek god has...

‘Greek Freak’ Antetokounmpo ‘Will Win MVP This Season’

Greek NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo is being tipped for MVP this year with the 'Greek Freak's' work ethic and ability to attack as well as defend, cited as reasons for his likely success. Writing in Wisconsin's Dairyland Express sports site,...

‘Greek Freak’s’ Brother Chosen Last in NBA Draft (video)

No-one likes to be picked last for sports, but having it happen as a professional athlete and in front of millions is unimaginable. Sadly, that was the case recently for Kostas Antetokounmpo, younger brother of Milwaukee Bucks NMB star Giannis. Kostas was chosen...

Greek Freak ‘Huge for the League’, NBA Chief Says

NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said that Giannis Antetokounmpo not only made a difference for the Milwaukee Bucks but for the whole of NBA. "Giannis Antetokounmpo's beloved around the world. It's huge for the league," Silver said in an interview. He said that...

The Greek Freak Shines as Bucks Force Game Seven with Celtics (video)

Giannis Antetokounmpo put up 31 points and 14 rebounds for the Milwaukee Bucks and forced game seven in their first round play-off clash against the Boston Celtics after a 97-86 win at BMO Harris Bradley Center. The Milwaukee Bucks will...

‘Greek Freak’ Blows Knicks Away (video)

Milwaukee Bucks' Greek superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has broken Knicks fans' hearts with a ruthless display of scoring power. The NBA star bagged 28 points as the Bucks beat the Knicks, 120-112. Antetokounmpo also accounted for 10 rebounds and five assists leaving the...

Giannis Antetokounmpo Lands ‘Greek Freak’ Trademark

The "Greek Freak" nickname may soon be coming to a backpack, hoodie or other gear linked to Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo. The U.S. Patent and Trademark office recently approved a trademark for "Greek Freak," the nickname for the Buck's...

‘Greek Freak’ Gives Fan Hoodie to Cover BBB Shirt (video)

NBA star Giannis Antetokounmpo -- AKA the 'Greek Freak --  has cemented his reputation as a fan favorite after greeting hundreds of Greeks following a Bucks win over the Nets in Brooklyn on Sunday. For one fan in particular, it...

Get Ready for ‘Greek Freak Week’ With NBA All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo in NY!

The Greek-American community in the greater New York Metro area is in for a treat thanks to Hellenic Public Radio, Cosmos FM 91.5. In celebration of their 30th anniversary, the radio station organized a "Feel Greek" event! The Feel Greek Sport...