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Bucks Rule Out Giannis Antetokounmpo vs. Hornets With Left Knee Tendinopathy

Doc Rivers described the scratch as precautionary rest during a dense stretch that includes an NBA Cup date Friday.

Nov 9, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) puts up a shot during pregame warmups before a game against Houston Rockets at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Milwaukee downgraded Antetokounmpo from questionable to out for Wednesday's road game in Charlotte.
  • The official injury report lists left knee patellar tendinopathy as the reason for his absence.
  • Rivers signaled the move aligns with rest management in a crowded week that features a tournament game on Friday.
  • Antetokounmpo is off to a dominant start, leading the league at 33.4 points per game with 11.9 rebounds and 6.2 assists.
  • The Bucks also listed Kevin Porter Jr. and Taurean Prince out, while the Hornets are without LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller.