Bucks’ superstar continues to rehab knee injury
No timetable set for return
Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo is still not close to returning from a knee injury that has kept him out of the lineup since February 16th.
Antetokounmpo has been rehabbing the injury and has been making progress, but the Bucks are not rushing him back.
He’s doing better, Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer said. He’s working hard. He’s progressing. But there’s no timetable for his return.
The Bucks have been playing well without Antetokounmpo, winning 10 of their last 12 games. However, they are still a better team with him on the court.
Antetokounmpo is averaging 29.9 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 5.8 assists per game this season. He is also a Defensive Player of the Year candidate.
The Bucks are hoping to have Antetokounmpo back for the playoffs, but they are not going to risk further injury by rushing him back.
We’re not going to put him out there until he’s 100 percent, Budenholzer said. We want him to be healthy for the long term.
What does this mean for the Bucks?
Antetokounmpo’s absence has been a blow to the Bucks, but they have been able to cope without him.
The Bucks have a deep roster with several players who can step up in Antetokounmpo’s absence. Khris Middleton, Jrue Holiday, and Brook Lopez have all played well in recent weeks.
The Bucks are also getting contributions from their bench. Bobby Portis, Pat Connaughton, and Wesley Matthews have all been solid contributors.
The Bucks are still the favorites to win the Eastern Conference, even without Antetokounmpo. However, they will be a much better team when he returns.
Timeline for Antetokounmpo’s return
There is no timetable for Antetokounmpo’s return. The Bucks are taking a cautious approach with his rehab.
Antetokounmpo is expected to miss at least the next two weeks. He could return before the playoffs, but it is also possible that he will miss the entire postseason.
The Bucks are hopeful that Antetokounmpo will be able to return for the playoffs. However, they are not going to rush him back.
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