Overview

• Lillard was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right calf on March 25 and began treatment with blood-thinning medication, sidelining him for over a month.
• Following weekly monitoring and treatment, he was cleared for full basketball activity on April 17 and participated in team practice the next day.
• Despite his clearance, Lillard has been ruled out of Game 1 of the Bucks' first-round playoff series against the Pacers, with no specific timeline set for his return.
• The Bucks have credited early detection, rigorous medical protocols, and collaboration with Mayo Clinic specialists for Lillard’s rapid recovery.
• Milwaukee enters the playoffs on an eight-game winning streak, having gone 10-4 without Lillard, but views his eventual return as critical to their postseason success.