Giannis Antetokounmpo is set to make his return to the court for the Milwaukee Bucks against the Brooklyn Nets, following a two-game absence due to a left hamstring problem. The team had described his condition as tendinopathy, typically arising from overuse.
However, the Bucks will still be missing a key player as Khris Middleton will be taking a night of rest, having recently played 33 minutes in a close loss to the Boston Celtics. This decision is part of the Bucks’ strategy to carefully manage Middleton’s workload as he continues to recover from a sprained left ankle.
Middleton had been sidelined for 16 consecutive games due to his ankle injury before making a comeback in a win against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday. Bucks coach Doc Rivers praised Middleton’s performance and emphasized the importance of maintaining his current level of play.
The Bucks have been facing challenges with their top players’ availability, as they haven’t had Giannis Antetokounmpo, Middleton, and seven-time all-NBA guard Damian Lillard all ready to play in the same game since their victory over the Dallas Mavericks on February 3rd.
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