Superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo has not played since January 23 against the Denver Nuggets, and the Milwaukee Bucks have rested him as trade speculation swirled leading up to the NBA deadline. In the end, Giannis was not traded and remains with the team for now.
The Bucks, who sit at 24-31, will face the Miami Heat, who are 31-27, on Tuesday night. Milwaukee currently ranks 11th in the Eastern Conference and appears to be on the verge of missing the playoffs this season.
Injury Report – Feb. 24 vs. Miami
Out:
Alex Antetokounmpo (G League – Two-Way)
Giannis Antetokounmpo (Right Calf Strain)
Taurean Prince (Neck Surgery)
— Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) February 23, 2026
For Tuesday’s game against Miami, the Bucks will be without Alex Antetokounmpo, who is on a two-way G League assignment, Giannis Antetokounmpo, sidelined with a right calf strain, and Taurean Prince, recovering from neck surgery.
Giannis Antetokounmpo still hasn’t returned for the Bucks
Feb 22, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) warms up before game against the Toronto Raptors at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
The Greek Freak has been sidelined with a calf injury, and there is currently no clear timeline for his return. With no immediate availability projected, many are questioning whether he will suit up again for Milwaukee this season.
With the Bucks on the outside looking in at the Play-In Tournament, it might make sense for Milwaukee to shut Giannis Antetokounmpo down for the rest of the season. Protecting him from further injury is crucial, especially considering his trade value heading into the offseason.
Feb 15, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Team World forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) of the Milwaukee Bucks looks on during the 75th NBA All Star Game at Intuit Dome. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
In 30 games this season, Giannis Antetokounmpo has delivered 28.0 points, 10.0 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 0.7 blocks, and 0.9 steals per game for the Bucks while shooting an impressive 64.5 percent from the field. Even if he does not suit up again this season, he remains under contract for 2026-27, with a player option for 2027-28. Bucks fans are still eager to see the European superstar return to action.