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Damian Lillard Cleared for Full Activity After Historic Recovery from Blood Clot

The Bucks star guard is off blood-thinning medication and back in practice, but his return date remains uncertain as Milwaukee prepares for its playoff opener.

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Apr 10, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (middle) sits on the bench with an injury against the New Orleans Pelicans at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images/File photo
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Overview

  • Damian Lillard has been cleared of deep vein thrombosis and is no longer on blood-thinning medication, marking a rapid recovery within just three weeks.
  • The Milwaukee Bucks announced that Lillard participated in Thursday's practice, though he did not engage in extensive live drills.
  • Lillard will miss Game 1 of the Bucks' first-round playoff series against the Indiana Pacers, with no specific timeline set for his return.
  • Doctors have described Lillard's recovery as unprecedented, attributing it to early detection, proactive treatment, and specialized care.
  • The Bucks finished the regular season 10-4 without Lillard and enter the playoffs on an eight-game winning streak, but his return is seen as critical for their playoff success against a high-powered Pacers offense.