The Milwaukee Bucks have shut down All-Star Damian Lillard indefinitely after diagnosing him with deep vein thrombosis in his right calf. The team has placed him on blood thinners, and will determine his return timeline as appropriate. The team released a statement:
> DAMIAN LILLARD DIAGNOSED WITH DEEP VEIN THROMBOSIS IN HIS RIGHT CALF
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> MILWAUKEE (March 25, 2025) - Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (DVT) in his right calf. In ensuring his health and beginning the process for a healthy return to play, Lillard is on blood-thinning medication, which has stabilized the DVT, and will continue with regular testing.
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> “Damian’s health is our No. 1 priority,” said Bucks General Manager Jon Horst. “We will support him as he moves through this weekly process of strict criteria to ensure that it is safe for him to return to play. Doctors have indicated that his situation is very unlikely to occur again. We are thankful that this was identified and medicated quickly, which helps with the recovery.”
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> The team will provide updates as appropriate.
The Trail Blazers traded Lillard to Milwaukee before the 2023-24 season, where the All-Star has teamed with Giannis Antetokounmpo to mixed success. The team fought injuries and exited in the first round of the playoffs in 2024, and are currently fifth in the East with a 40-31 record. He has averaged 24.9 points, 7.1 assists, and 4.7 rebounds this season.