Former NBA champion Giannis Antetokounmpo shares heartwarming moment with mother in Nigeria

Giannis Antetokounmpo has been spotted with his mother in Lagos

NBA superstar, Giannis Antetokounmpo is enjoying his time in Nigeria after visiting Lagos with his mother.

The Milwaukee Bucks player, who was born to Nigerian parents in Greece, took the opportunity to visit the West African nation as he traces back to his lineage.

Antetokounmpo also engaged aspiring basketball players in Lagos, giving them lessons on the basics of becoming an NBA star.

The 2021 NBA champion shared his excitement on social media as he spends family time with his mother in Nigeria.

"Finally made it to Nigeria with mama," wrote the NBA player.

The two-time NBA Most Valuable Player is an inspiration to many across the continent of Africa, with his story an example of determination and perseverance.

He is expected to return to the United States in few weeks time to begin preparations ahead of the 2023 NBA season.

The 28-year-old will be hoping to recover from the disappointment of last season after the Bucks were eliminated from the first round of the play-offs, as reported by ctvnews.ca.