The Milwaukee Bucks visit the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night for a Central Division meeting, with injuries playing a major role in how each side plans its lineup. Milwaukee comes in at 8-6 after falling 119-95 to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Injury Report – Nov. 17 at Cleveland
Out:
Alex Antetokounmpo (G League – Two-Way)
Kevin Porter Jr. (Right Knee Meniscus Surgery)
Taurean Prince (Neck Surgery)
Probable:
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Left Knee Patellar Tendinopathy)
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Giannis Antetokounmpo is listed as probable with left knee patellar tendinopathy and is expected to steady Milwaukee’s frontcourt. Kevin Porter Jr. continues to recover from right knee meniscus surgery, and Taurean Prince remains out after undergoing neck surgery. Alex Antetokounmpo is unavailable as he works with the Herd on his two way assignment.
Nov 10, 2025; Dallas, Texas, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) reacts against the Dallas Mavericks during the first quarter at American Airlines Center. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
The Cavaliers enter at 9-5, coming off a 108-100 win over the Grizzlies. They will be without Darius Garland, a loss that continues to disrupt their offensive flow. Donovan Mitchell, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen now carry a heavier load, especially on defense, as they try to slow down Antetokounmpo.
Max Strus remains sidelined following left foot Jones fracture surgery, limiting the team’s spacing, while Jaylon Tyson is out with a concussion and Luke Travers and Chris Livingston stay inactive on G League two-way deals. With both teams aiming to regain momentum, the rematch promises a physical, frontcourt-centered battle.
Bucks and Cavaliers with a Central Division showdown
Dec 29, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) and Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) go for a loose ball during the first half at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports
Giannis Antetokounmpo drives the Bucks with 32.6 points, 11.3 rebounds, and 7.1 assists per game. Ryan Rollins follows by scoring 16.9 points and adding 5.4 assists as a consistent secondary option. Myles Turner contributes 12.1 points and 6.2 rebounds, and Bobby Portis delivers 9.6 points and 5.5 boards off the bench as the Bucks work to counter Cleveland’s size and pressure inside.
Mitchell powers Cleveland with 30.4 points and 5.4 assists per game. Evan Mobley supports the effort with 19.2 points, 9.0 rebounds, and 4.2 assists in 34.1 minutes. De’Andre Hunter contributes 18 points and 4.7 rebounds, while Jarrett Allen controls the interior, adding 15.6 points and 7.8 boards.
Nov 16, 2022; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45) fouls Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) during the second quarter at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
The game tips off at 7:00 p.m. ET at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, with each team seeking to climb the Central Division rankings.