AntetokounBros Shop opens in Milwaukee, brothers' 1st US retail store
MILWAUKEE - The Antetokounmpo brothers opened their first U.S. retail store – AntetokounBros Shop – at The Trade hotel Saturday, Oct. 7.
Brothers Giannis and Thanasis, who play for the Milwaukee Bucks, along with Kostas and Alex, are partners behind the branded apparel. The grand opening started at 1 p.m. – but some fans waited in line as early as 5 a.m. to get a chance to meet their idol.
"It’s a lot of people here waiting to see Giannis, we love the Bucks," said Cha'tavis Barry.
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Being a Bucks fan is like being part of a really big family. The line snaked all the way around the hotel.
"It’s really awesome to see the city come together," said Tonny Romero. "It really shows how much we love the Bucks."
Antetokounbros Shop opens across from Fiserv Forum
"Exhausted, but it’s worth it because I know they’re super ecstatic to be here," said mother Emily Melendrez, who said it was all for her sons Emmanuel, Damarco and Christian.
Fans eagerly waited not just to get inside, but for the start of the Bucks' season and to see Giannis in person.
"Can’t wait to see Damian (Lillard) and Giannis together," said Emmanuel.
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Crowds awaited autographs and the chance to check out the brand new, family-based business.
"Definitely worth waiting the few hours," said Lance Licitar, who was there with his daughter, Gwen. "I told her it’d be a wait, and she was like, ‘All right.’"
"Family is so important," said Vanessa Yttre. "I think it’s amazing they’re doing something like this together."
Antetokounbros Shop opens across from Fiserv Forum
Brothers Giannis, Thanasis and Alex arrived together and gave three brothers Emmanuel, Damarco and Christian memories that will last a lifetime – an example for Milwaukee families to dream big.
"They told him I was here at 5, and he said, 'Wow," Ramirez said. "Got to finally meet him. He’s tall."
"I have a lot of hope for my boys as well," said Melendrez.
Right now, store hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily and subject to change. The Bucks' preseason tips off at Fiserv Forum Sunday against the Chicago Bulls.