Greek federation explains Giannis’ absence: “Playing now would put his health at risk”

Eurohoops“For this window, both the Greek Basketball Federation and the national team coach wanted Giannis to participate. Giannis wanted to help the national team, as he has done throughout the years and will continue to do. He played only a small number of games last season and has not appeared in an official game since March. Playing official, high-intensity games for the national team right now would put his physical health at risk. That is something we all have to respect, not only with Giannis but with every player,” Dikoudis said on the Greek federation’s web radio.