April 30, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo put together a special line in Tuesday's Game 5 against the Indiana Pacers, but his team was eliminated from the playoffs with a 119-118 overtime defeat. Antetokounmpo posted his fourth career postseason triple-double with 30 points, 20 rebounds, and 13 assists, while collecting two steals and two blocks on the defensive end. He finished with 9-for-17 shooting and had an 11-for-17 record at the line. Throughout the entire postseason, Antetokounmpo averaged 33.0 points, 15.4 rebounds, and 6.6 assists, but the Bucks were still dumped out in the first round for the third consecutive year. The team has won only one playoff series since its 2021 championship run, which must be very frustrating for Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP began to draw links with the San Antonio Spurs this week, and his partnership with
Victor Wembanyama would certainly be something extremely unique.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
April 23, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo led all players with 34 points and 18 rebounds on Tuesday night against the Indiana Pacers, but still had to leave the court on the losing side as the Bucks were defeated 123-115. Milwaukee had
Damian Lillard back in the lineup, but he contributed only 14 points on 4-for-13 shooting, and the team continued to rely heavily on Antetokounmpo on the offensive end. He finished with 14-for-20 shooting from the field and went 6-for-10 with his free throws. Antetokounmpo also had seven assists and one block in the game. The Bucks are now 2-0 down in the first-round series, despite Antetokounmpo averaging 35.0 points and 15.0 rebounds. He will need more support in the upcoming home games.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
April 18, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward/center
Giannis Antetokounmpo (shoulder) has been removed from the injury report before Saturday's playoff opener against the Indiana Pacers. The two-time MVP has battled several health issues during the campaign and missed the regular-season finale due to a minor shoulder problem. Antetokounmpo has been dominant against the Pacers throughout the year, averaging 30.0 points, 12.3 rebounds, 7.5 assists, 1.3 blocks, and 1.3 steals in the matchup. On Saturday, he is expected to maintain increased offensive usage, as
Damian Lillard (conditioning) remains out of the lineup.
--Taavi Pailk - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
April 12, 2025
Milwaukee Bucks forward
Giannis Antetokounmpo (shoulder) is doubtful for Sunday's rematch against the Pistons. Milwaukee is locked into the No. 5 seed in the Eastern Conference, so the multi-time All-Star will likely sit this one out after producing a 32-point, 15-assist, 11-rebound triple-double in the win over Detroit on Friday night.
Bobby Portis (rest) and
Brook Lopez (rest) also won't suit up, so the team will lack size underneath the rim.
Kyle Kuzma (ankle) is probable, meaning there's a good chance he gets some action at the four and five spots.
Chris Livingston and
Pete Nance could also see plenty of minutes and scoring opportunities, especially with
Kevin Porter Jr. (wrist),
Taurean Prince (knee), and
Gary Trent Jr. (knee) doubtful.
--Dennis Clausen - RotoBallerSource: NBA Injury Report
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