Hoops Rumors

Giannis Antetokounmpo has a case for winning the Most Valuable Player award this season, but Bucks coach Doc Rivers is more concerned with having his superstar forward healthy for the playoffs, Lori Nickel of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel writes. Antetokounmpo, who is averaging 30.8 points, 11.2 rebounds and 6.4 assists in 64 games, missed Sunday’s victory over the Suns with … [Read more...] about Bucks Notes: Giannis, Middleton, Lillard

Bucks forward Khris Middleton returned to action on Sunday after missing 16 games with an ankle injury. Middleton had 22 points and seven assists in Milwaukee’s 140-129 win over Phoenix. Giannis Antetokounmpo sat out the contest but coach Doc Rivers is looking forward to having his big three back on the court together. “I know having the other offensive guy really allows us to … [Read more...] about Middleton Comes Back Strong With Giannis Out

The Bucks are getting Khris Middleton back on Sunday for the first time since February 6, but they won’t quite be whole yet. According to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski (Twitter link), Giannis Antetokounmpo will miss the afternoon showdown vs. the Suns in Milwaukee due to left hamstring soreness.Head coach Doc Rivers initially said he expected Antetokounmpo to play, notes Eric Nehm … [Read more...] about Middleton Returning But Giannis Out For Bucks On Sunday

Bucks forward Khris Middleton practiced with the team on Saturday and, barring a setback, is on track to make his return from a left ankle sprain on Sunday vs. the Suns, tweets Eric Nehm of The Athletic. “Hopefully, nothing happens, knock on wood,” Middleton told reporters on Saturday. “But I expect to be playing tomorrow.” After being limited to 33 games in 2022/23 due to … [Read more...] about Bucks’ Khris Middleton Plans To Return On Sunday