Referee for the NBA MVP trophy Giannis Antetokounmpo He is on the injury report prior to the Milwaukee Bucks' marquee game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He was listed as potentially suffering from right patellar tendinopathy prior to Friday's contest. Giannis has dealt with illness for the better part of the season.
However, it is not limited to much, and He will probably play again. Giannis Antetokounmpo has played in all but two games this season, averaging 32.7 points, 11.6 rebounds, 6.1 assists, 1.6 blocks, and shooting 61.4%. It was an integral part of Bucks He bounces back despite suffering minor injuries over 23 games.
The Bucks will look to rely on him again as they enter the contest against the Cavaliers shorthanded, with Damian Lillard sidelined with a right calf strain.
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Giannis Antetokounmpo vs. Cleveland Cavaliers stats
Giannis Antetokounmpo averaged 25.6 ppg, 9.9 rpg, and 5.0 apg in 34 games against Cleveland Cavaliersfeaturing a 17-17 record. He played in one of the Bucks' previous two games against the Cavaliers this season on November 2, recording 34 points, 16 rebounds and nine assists in the 114-113 loss.
The Bucks nearly beat the Cavaliers when they beat them again on November 4. However, they failed after several clutch errors. Damian Lillard scored 36 points in that loss, which ended with a score of 116-114.
The Bucks will have Khris Middleton available this time. He has yet to hit the ground running after returning from injury, and this could be the perfect opportunity for him to find his groove against the best team in the league.
The Pax also have great momentum leading into this clash. From a 2-8 start, they went on to go 12-3, including a win in the NBA Cup Final over the OKC Thunder.
Where to watch the Milwaukee Bucks vs. Cleveland Cavaliers game?
NBA TV will broadcast the Milwaukee Bucks-Cleveland Cavaliers game nationally from Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. FanDuel Sports Network – Wisconsin and FanDuel Sports Network – Ohio will provide coverage in local areas. Viewers outside the US can watch live events online via NBA League Pass.
Edited by Arhan Raji