Particle.news
Download on the App Store
9 ARTICLES
·
last wk.

Damian Lillard Cleared of Deep Vein Thrombosis, Begins Workouts

The Bucks star guard, sidelined since March, is off blood thinners and ramping up activity but remains out for Game 1 of the playoffs.

Image
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
Image

Overview

  • Damian Lillard has been cleared of deep vein thrombosis and is no longer on blood-thinning medication, sources report.
  • The Bucks confirmed Lillard will not play in Game 1 of their playoff series against the Indiana Pacers on Saturday.
  • Lillard has begun ramping up contact workouts, though no specific timeline for his return has been set.
  • Doctors attribute his rapid recovery to early detection, swift treatment, and specialist care prior to formal diagnosis.
  • Milwaukee finished the regular season 10-4 without Lillard, including an eight-game winning streak, and now adjusts for the playoffs under Coach Doc Rivers.