Giannis Antetokounmpo and LaMelo Ball Available for Bucks–Hornets Tonight, Charlotte Shorthanded
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s return boosts Milwaukee against a depleted Charlotte roster.
Overview
- Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to play after returning Sunday with 29 points in 25 minutes in a win over the Bulls.
- Milwaukee’s results have swung with his availability, going 10–8 with him this season compared with 3–11 without him.
- LaMelo Ball is available for Charlotte, coming off three straight 20-point games and averaging 20.8 points and 8.4 assists since his ankle return.
- The Hornets list Kon Knueppel, Ryan Kalkbrenner, Mason Plumlee, and Grant Williams as out, with Sion James questionable.
- Milwaukee remains without Taurean Prince following neck surgery, and Gary Trent Jr. is questionable with a calf issue; the season series is tied 1–1.