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Giannis Antetokounmpo Exits With Left Groin Strain, MRI Set for Tuesday

Team officials await imaging results, evaluating short-term adjustments.

Nov 17, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) stands on the court in the first quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - NOVEMBER 15: Deandre Ayton #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers defends Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks during the second quarter at Fiserv Forum on November 15, 2025 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Antetokounmpo left with 3:03 remaining in the second quarter after an awkward fall and was ruled out for the rest of the game with a left groin strain.
  • Doc Rivers said the injury "didn't look great" and confirmed an MRI is scheduled for Tuesday, with a return timeline pending the results.
  • Milwaukee lost to Cleveland 118-106 and struggled offensively after his exit, shooting 38.6% in the second half and getting outscored 59-49.
  • Jericho Sims started the second half in Antetokounmpo's place as the Bucks considered lineup and tactical changes for upcoming games.
  • Antetokounmpo had been listed as probable with left knee patellar tendinopathy and entered the night averaging about 32.6 points, 11.3 rebounds and 7.1 assists.