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Metro by T-Mobile and Giannis Antetokounmpo aren’t Horsing Around—New Competition Offers BIG (Literally) Prize
Grab your phone and a basketball for the chance to meet MVP favorite, Giannis AntetokounmpoWhat's the news: Metro by T-Mobile and NBA superstar, Giannis
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[{"type":"text","content":"Grab your phone and a basketball for the chance to meet MVP favorite, Giannis AntetokounmpoWhat's the news: Metro by T-Mobile and NBA superstar, Giannis Antetokounmpo, are launching the biggest game of H-O-R-S-E ever played on Instagram with the ultimate prize—a chance to kick-it with Giannis during a commercial shoot. Why it matters: Heartwarming moments of dedication, passion, competition, amazing basketball shots, tears of joy…the possibilities are endless. Who it's for: Giannis fans and any basketball fans who love to hit the court. BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Metro by T-Mobile (NASDAQ:TMUS) and NBA superstar, Giannis Antetokounmpo are giving fans a reason to hit the courts. Today the company announced the Metro H-O-R-S-E tournament, an interactive game of H-O-R-S-E with the ultimate prize—a chance to kick-it with the \"Greek Freak\" himself!Metro launched a partnership with Giannis earlier this year with a promise: to help fans stay better connected to their hero. Yes, Metro customers can stay connected with coast to coast network coverage, but Metro wanted to take it up a notch. Why? Because Giannis may be the most lovable MVP candidate ever—one who regularly connects with his fans in heartwarming moments like this. And who doesn't want to see more of those moments?So, Metro is going to help another special fan get the chance to connect with Giannis in-person at a Metro TV commercial shoot (NBD!) through the Metro H-O-R-S-E tournament. But they have to show off some mad shot-making skills first.\"I love competition in all its forms, whether it's game 7 of the finals, playing H-O-R-S-E or watching Metro by T-Mobile take down giants,\" said MVP favorite, Giannis Antetokounmpo. \"I can't wait to see how this tournament plays out and meet the Metro H-O-R-S-E champion.\"\"I love the game of H-O-R-S-E! It's simple, not overcomplicated, and accessible for everyone—just like Metro by T-Mobile,\" said John Legere, CEO at T-Mobile. \"I could not be more excited that Metro and Giannis are connecting wireless customers everywhere through the Metro H-O-R-S-E tournament, and I'm looking forward to all the amazing submissions!\"During the next five weeks, Giannis and Metro are encouraging basketball fans to put down the bracket and pick up a basketball for a new shot challenge each week, curated by some of the most talented ball-h...