Greece also kicked off the tradition of the host nation coming out last, something that first happened during a special non-official 1906 edition of the Games held in Greece.

The first modern Olympics took place in Athens, Greece, in 1896. The man responsible for its rebirth was a Frenchman named Baron Pierre de Coubertin.

Giannis Antetokounmpo accomplished another important career goal on Sunday, leading his home country to its first Olympic Games in men's basketball since 2008.. After a tight first half, Greece ...

Giannis Antetokounmpo accomplished another important career goal on Sunday, leading his home country to its first Olympic Games in men's basketball since 2008. After a tight first half Greece ...

Since then at most Olympics, Greece has entered the Parade of Nations first. One notable exception is 2004 -- when Greece again hosted the Olympics in Athens.

PARIS — Soon as his first Olympics ended, Giannis Antetokounmpo did what he hadn’t for most of the morning. He walked over and sat down, grabbing a chair on the bench. This was a notable ...

After Antetokounmpo and Greece defeated Croatia in the FIBA qualifying tournament final, 80-69, they will make their first Olympic games since 2008. Read More: Top 5 NBA Free Agents Still Available ...