Greek-Nigerian professional basketball player, Giannis Antetokounmpo, was seen in a trending video buying a counterfeit of his jersey at Balogun Market in Lagos during his 2023 visit to Nigeria.
The Milwaukee Bucks star’s experience was shared in a WhatsApp short documentary, released on Tuesday, titled “Ugo: A Homecoming Story,” which went viral on Wednesday.
The video documents the moment Giannis and his entourage, while travelling, visited Balogun Market and bargained for his fake jersey, which was on sale.
Stepping out of his vehicle, the basketball star negotiated for the jersey with the vendor, who was unaware of his identity.
Recalling the moment, Giannis said, “The guy giving me the jersey had no idea who I was.
“He knew Giannis Antetokounmpo but didn’t recognise it was me he was selling the jersey to. That was an even crazier experience.”
Video: NBA star Giannis buys own jersey at Balogun Market
Greek-Nigerian professional basketball player, Giannis Antetokounmpo, was seen in a trending video buying a counterfeit of his jersey at Balogun Market in Lagos during his 2023 visit to Nigeria.
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