Bucks Sideline Damian Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo Against Timberwolves Due to Injuries

Milwaukee rests their All-Stars before the NBA All-Star break, with Lillard still expected to participate in weekend events despite hamstring soreness.

• Damian Lillard missed the Bucks' game against the Timberwolves due to right hamstring soreness, while Giannis Antetokounmpo sat out his sixth consecutive game with a left calf strain.
• Lillard was initially listed as probable for the game but was downgraded to questionable before being ruled out by coach Doc Rivers.
• Despite his absence from the game, Lillard is still expected to participate in the All-Star Weekend, including the 3-point contest and the All-Star Game in San Francisco.
• Giannis Antetokounmpo will not participate in the All-Star Game as he continues to recover from his calf injury, with his return anticipated after the break.
• The Bucks, currently battling for playoff positioning in the Eastern Conference, have struggled recently, losing six of their last eight games.

4 Articles

ESPN EssentiallySports Deadspin