Giannis Antetokounmpo's status remains uncertain as the Milwaukee Bucks prepare for a road matchup against the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday afternoon. The Bucks (27-38) listed the former MVP as questionable on their latest injury report due to management of a right calf injury prior to tip-off at 3:00 PM ET at State Farm Arena.
UPDATE: Giannis Antetokounmpo has been ruled out of Saturday's game with an ankle sprain.
Milwaukee continues to monitor Antetokounmpo's workload as the team goes through a difficult stretch of the season. The 31-year-old last played Thursday night in a 112-105 loss to the Miami Heat, and delivered another strong performance despite the loss. Antetokounmpo recorded 31 points, six rebounds, three assists, one steal and one block while shooting 12 of 24 from the field and 7 of 11 from the free-throw line in 29 minutes.
Through 35 games this season, Antetokounmpo has remained the centerpiece of Milwaukee's offense. He averaged 27.5 points, 9.7 rebounds, 5.4 assists and one steal per game, while shooting an efficient 62.8 percent from the field and 33.3 percent from three-point range in 29 minutes per contest.
Milwaukee enters Saturday's contest looking to snap a three-game losing streak as the team attempts to regain the lead in the Eastern Conference standings. The Bucks' injury report also includes several other players whose availability remains uncertain.
Bucks await injury update on Giannis Antetokounmpo as Hawks have won eight straight games
Giannis Antetokounmpo is listed as questionable due to management of a right calf injury. Ousmane Dieng is also questionable while dealing with an illness. Kevin Porter Jr. is listed as questionable with right knee synovitis. Alex Antetokounmpo and Cormac Ryan have both been listed as part of their G League two-way assignments.
Atlanta is entering the matchup with momentum on its side. The Hawks (35-31) currently have the longest active winning streak in the NBA, having won eight consecutive games prior to Saturday's contest. The surge has helped Atlanta climb the Eastern Conference standings, solidifying its playoff position.
With Antetokounmpo's status still uncertain, Milwaukee could face a tough challenge against one of the hottest teams in the league. The Bucks will likely make a final decision on his availability closer to game time after additional evaluation of his calf condition.
Saturday's game concludes a brief two-game road trip for Milwaukee. The team will return to Fiserv Forum to host the Indiana Pacers (15-52) on Sunday at 3:30 PM ET, as the Bucks attempt to stabilize their season during the closing period.
