Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo will miss tonight's matchup against the Atlanta Hawks due to a left ankle sprain.
The Milwaukee Bucks will be without their franchise star as Giannis Antetokounmpo has been ruled out of today's game against the Atlanta Hawks due to a left ankle sprain, per Marc Stein of The Stein Line.
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The injury is another setback in what has been a difficult season physically for the Bucks forward. Earlier this year, Antetokounmpo also dealt with a calf strain, marking the second time this season he has had issues with the same leg.
Despite the injury concerns, Giannis has continued to produce elite numbers whenever he is on the floor. In 35 games this season, the former MVP is averaging 27.5 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game while shooting an efficient 62.8 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from three-point range.
Milwaukee currently sits 11th in the Eastern Conference standings with a 27-38 record and is trying to stay in the race for a play-in spot. Meanwhile, Atlanta enters the matchup in a stronger position.
The Hawks are currently eighth in the conference with a 35-31 record, making the game important for both teams as the regular season continues to tighten in the playoff race.
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