Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo: Double-doubles in win
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Antetokounmpo produced 13 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and one turnover in 21 minutes of Sunday's 127-121 preseason win over the Bulls.
Antetokounmpo's preseason was delayed due to COVID-19, but he looked to be in mid-season form Sunday and he can thank his stint at EuroBasket for that. On the court, Antetokounmpo looked to be business as usual, but the rumors of his future with the franchise continues to dominate the headlines.
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Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo: To play Sunday
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Antetokounmpo (illness) will play in Sunday's exhibition against the Bulls, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
According to coach Doc Rivers, Antetokounmpo went live five-on-five at Saturday's practice with no issues. After dealing with COVID-19 previously, it's likely that the Bucks ease their franchise player into the mix with a modest workload Sunday.
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Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo: Won't play vs. Detroit
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Antetokounmpo (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's preseason game against the Pistons, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
The Bucks are not rushing Antetokounmpo back into the fold after his battle with COVID-19, as he will miss a second straight preseason matchup. The next opportunity for the superstar big man to get back on the floor will be Sunday against the Bulls.
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Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo: Won't suit up Monday
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Antetokounmpo (illness) won't play in Monday's preseason game against the Heat, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Antetokounmpo will miss Milwaukee's preseason opener while the team eases him back after missing the beginning of training camp due to COVID-19. The two-time MVP was able to participate in non-contact work in Saturday's practice, and his next opportunity to return to game action will come Thursday against the Pistons.
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Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo: Non-contact work at camp
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Antetokounmpo (illness) participated in non-contact work during Saturday's practice, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Antetokounmpo had been sitting out of training camp while dealing with COVID-19, but he was able to get his first training camp action Saturday. It appears Antetokounmpo will be ramped up over the coming days, as head coach Doc Rivers suggested the star forward will need about three days before making a full return to unrestricted activity. Antetokounmpo therefore appears highly unlikely to play in Monday's preseason game against the Heat.
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Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo: Joining team Saturday
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Antetokounmpo (illness) is scheduled to join the Bucks on Saturday, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Antetokounmpo is scheduled to fly into Miami on Friday night after being stuck in Greece due to COVID-19. As for his availability for Saturday's preseason game against the Bucks, it sounds like he'll be iffy at best, considering he's coming off a stint at EuroBasket and hasn't been participating in training camp.
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Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo: Could arrive Thursday
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Antetokounmpo (illness) could arrive in Miami as soon as Thursday night, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Antetokounmpo is currently in Greece while battling COVID-19, forcing him to miss the start of training camp. Presumably, he's been cleared, with coach Doc Rivers saying he should be back with the team by Friday morning. As for his availability for Monday's preseason game against the Heat, there likely won't be any clarity until Friday.
Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo: Not at training camp due to COVID
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Antetokounmpo is currently in Greece while battling COVID-19, resulting in his absence from the start of training camp, Eric Nehm reports.
Antetokounmpo will have to wait until he receives a negative COVID-19 test result to make the trip to Milwaukee and rejoin his team. The superstar big man still participated in Media Day via video call, where he made an interesting comment about his mindset heading into the 2025-26 campaign. "I want to be in a team that allows me and gives me a chance to win a championship, wants to compete at a high level." This statement aligns with what Antetokounmpo has said for years, despite ongoing speculation about his future with the Bucks.
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