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Giannis Antetokounmpo Shams: Giannis (groin) to miss 1-2 weeks
Tue, Nov 18, 2025, 11:24 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports Giannis Antetokounmpo (groin) will miss one-to-two weeks.
Analysis: Charania's report indicates it's a low-grade left groin strain for Giannis, and if he doesn't return in November, he should be back quickly to start December. That means at least three absences for Giannis, though he could be out seven games or more, depending on how he recovers. Antetokounmpo has had one of the highest usage rates of his career this year, so there will be plenty of shots to go around. Recently, Kyle Kuzma (24 percent rostered in Yahoo! leagues) replaced Gary Trent Jr. (seven percent) in the starting lineup, but GTJ could make a return to the opening unit with Antetokounmpo out. Jericho Sims started the second half of Monday's game against the Cavaliers, but that was likely a matchup-based decision against Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen. Bobby Portis (25 percent) is another candidate to enter the starting lineup, though he has been disappointing this year. Of course, Ryan Rollins, who is enjoying a breakout season for the Bucks, had his two best games of the year when Giannis missed games earlier this year. Everyone on the Bucks will seen a bump in usage and minutes until Antetokounmpo returns. |
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Ryan Rollins Rollins scores 22 points in loss to Cavaliers
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 4:52 PM
Ryan Rollins finished with 24 points (9-of-22 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), three rebounds, five assists and one steal over 28 minutes during Monday's loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Rollins picked up the slack from an offensive standpoint in the second half following superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo's exit in the late stages of the second quarter with a left groin strain. However, Milwaukee was unable to avoid their third loss in their last four games. He shot 50 percent from downtown, hitting five of 10 treys and hoisted a team-leading 22 shots in this one. We're anticipating he'll get a couple additional looks per-game if Giannis winds up missing time. The Bucks have a couple days off to regroup before facing off against the 76ers on Thursday evening. |
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Myles Turner Turner scores 15 points in loss to Cavaliers
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 4:50 PM
Myles Turner accumulated 15 points (4-of-9 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), seven rebounds, two assists, three steals and one block over 37 minutes in Monday's loss to the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Turner will be asked to play an exponentially larger role on both ends of the floor if Giannis Antetokounmpo winds up requiring a lengthy absence after leaving Monday's contest with a left groin strain. He's set to undergo further testing and there should be some clarity on his status in the coming days. The veteran center knocked down four of five from three-point range in this one but wound up with just four additional shot attempts. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Giannis Antetokounmpo (groin) will not return Mon.
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 2:35 PM
Eric Nehm
Giannis Antetokounmpo (groin) will not return to Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Giannis exited Monday's game during the second quarter, and the Bucks are describing the injury as a strained left groin. That's terrible news for the Bucks and for fantasy managers, as the perennial All-Star may be facing an extended absence. Jericho Sims started the third quarter in Antetokounmpo's place, but he offers minimal fantasy value. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) to play Monday
Mon, Nov 17, 2025, 11:37 AM
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) will play against the Cavaliers on Monday.
Analysis: Antetokounmpo was initially listed as probable with a knee injury, but has since been ruled in. The 30-year-old power forward missed a game last week, but returned with 32 points against the Lakers on Saturday. Expect Giannis to play without limitations against the Cavaliers on Monday. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) probable Monday
Sun, Nov 16, 2025, 9:38 AM
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is probable for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis: Antetokounmpo sat out Wednesday's game with a knee injury, but returned on Saturday with 32 points against the Lakers. The 30-year-old power forward appears set to continue playing through his knee injury against the Cavaliers on Monday. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Giannis drops 32 points as Bucks fall to Lakers
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 4:37 PM
Giannis Antetokounmpo amassed 32 points (9-of-15 FGs, 13-of-18 FTs), 10 rebounds, five assists and one block over 31 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: Antetokounmpo did his part from a scoring standpoint on the second night of a back-to-back for Milwaukee, but he got little help from his supporting cast in the early stages of this one as they ultimately trailed by 29 points at halftime. He knocked down six of eight shot attempts in the second half to reach the 30-point plateau for the ninth time in 12 games this season. He's slightly underperformed this season relative to fantasy managers expectations, averaging 32.6 points, 11.3 rebounds, 7.1 assists, 0.9 steals and 1.3 blocks. The Bucks are back in action on Monday when they face the Cavaliers before closing out a three-game week with home matchups against the 76ers and Pistons. |
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Kyle Kuzma Kuzma held to just one point in loss to Lakers
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 4:30 PM
Kyle Kuzma was held to one point (0-of-6 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs) and one rebound over 19 minutes during Saturday's loss to the Lakers.
Analysis: Yikes. Kuzma turned in a complete clunker against his former team following an impressive 29-point, 10-rebound effort during Friday's win over the Hornets where he made his first start since October 30. The 30-year-old forward, who spent the first four seasons of his career with the Lakers, missed all six of his shots from the floor with five of those coming from three-point range. He'll attempt to turn things around when the Bucks get back in action on Monday against the Cavaliers. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Antetokounmpo (knee) available vs. Los Angeles
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 1:12 PM
Milwaukee Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is available to play against the Lakers on Saturday.
Analysis: As expected, Giannis will be good to go on the second night of the Bucks' back-to-back. He has been dominant all season, regardless of who he's matched up against, and that won't change in this one. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Giannis (knee) probable Saturday vs. Lakers
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 7:17 AM
Milwaukee Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is probable for Saturday's game against the Lakers.
Analysis: Antetokounmpo did not play in Wednesday's loss to Charlotte, but he was back in the lineup two days later. His probable tag ahead of the second game of a back-to-back bodes well for Giannis' availability, and fantasy managers must ensure he's in their active lineups. With Kyle Kuzma starting on Friday, Bobby Portis may be the next man up if Giannis can't play. |
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Taurean Prince Taurean Prince (neck) underwent surgery Thursday
Sat, Nov 15, 2025, 2:51 AM
Milwaukee Bucks
Taurean Prince (neck) underwent surgery on Thursday to address a herniated disk in his neck and is out indefinitely.
Analysis: Prince underwent the procedure on Thursday in Los Angeles, and the Bucks announced that updates on his recovery will be provided when deemed necessary. While Prince was shooting nearly 43 percent from three on 3.5 attempts per game at the time of his injury, his minutes had decreased from 27.1 in 2024-25 to 21.1 this season. Kyle Kuzma, who has started Milwaukee's last two games, has a higher ceiling with Prince unavailable but likely needs to remain a starter to be worth the risk in standard leagues. |
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Ryan Rollins Ryan Rollins has 20 points, four threes in OT win
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 5:09 PM
Ryan Rollins had 20 points (8-of-12 FGs), eight rebounds, four assists and four three-pointers against the Hornets on Friday.
Analysis: Rollins continues to be a consistent scoring presence for the Bucks. The 23-year-old shooting guard had 20 points on 12 shots and went 4-of-6 from behind the three-point line against the Hornets on Friday. Rollins is too productive in his role to still be available in most Yahoo! leagues. |
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Kyle Kuzma Kyle Kuzma drops 29 points in OT victory vs. CHA
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 5:06 PM
Kyle Kuzma had 29 points (11-of-17 FGs, 5-of-7 FTs), 10 rebounds, five assists, four steals, one block and two three-pointers against the Hornets on Friday.
Analysis: Kuzma remained in the starting lineup while Giannis Antetokounmpo returned from a knee injury. While it's unclear if Kuzma will remain in the starting lineup going forward, it certainly worked against the Hornets on Friday. Kuzma's 29 points were the most he's had this season and the second time he's had at least 26 points in his last three games. Fantasy managers may want to ride the hot hand with Kuzma here. The Bucks have a date with the Lakers on Saturday, and that's a revenge game for Kuzma. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Giannis has 25/7/18 line in overtime win over CHA
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 5:01 PM
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 25 points (12-of-18 FGs, 1-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, 18 assists, two steals and one block in the Bucks' 147-134 overtime victory over the Hornets on Friday.
Analysis: Antetokounmpo's 18 assists tied Cade Cunningham for the most in a game this season. The 30-year-old power forward was efficient, scoring 25 points on 18 shots and finding open teammates to create offense. Giannis played 40 minutes in his first game back from a knee injury. The Bucks have a meeting with the Lakers on the second night of a back-to-back on Saturday. |
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Kyle Kuzma MIL starting Rollins, Green, Kuz, Giannis, Turner
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 1:53 PM
Sam Perley
Ryan Rollins, AJ Green, Kyle Kuzma, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Myles Turner will start against the Hornets on Friday.
Analysis: Kuzma started the Bucks' last game on Wednesday with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) sidelined. However, with Giannis back, Kuzma will remain in the starting lineup. Gary Trent Jr. will come off the bench, though it's not clear if this is a permanent change. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) to play Friday
Fri, Nov 14, 2025, 12:20 PM
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis: Giannis missed Wednesday's loss against the Hornets, but will return from his knee injury on Friday as the Bucks look for payback. Expect Kyle Kuzma to shift to the bench with Antetokounmpo back in the starting lineup. Giannis is off to a great start as he's averaging 33.4 points, 11.9 rebounds and 6.2 assists in 10 games this season. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Antetokounmpo (knee) probable vs. Charlotte
Thu, Nov 13, 2025, 12:37 PM
NBA Injury Report
Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is probable to play the Hornets on Friday.
Analysis: Giannis missed Wednesday's game against Charlotte but should be available for the rematch. Kyle Kuzma started in place of Antetokounmpo but will likely be pushed back to a reserve role. Giannis will look to help the Bucks get revenge after losing on Wednesday. |
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Bobby Portis Bobby Portis scored 14 points vs. Charlotte
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:33 PM
Bobby Portis accumulated 14 points (7-of-12 FGs), eight rebounds and one assist in Wednesday's loss to the Hornets.
Analysis: As expected, Kyle Kuzma received the starting nod with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) unavailable. However, Portis provided greater value despite coming off the bench. A double-digit scorer in three straight, the 14 points are the most in a game for Portis since he dropped a season-high 16 on November 1 against the Kings. As for Kuzma, he finished Wednesday's defeat with eight points, three rebounds, four assists, one steal and one blocked shot, shooting 3-of-12 from the field. |
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Myles Turner Myles Turner records 21 points, four âstocks'
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:32 PM
Myles Turner amassed 21 points (7-of-14 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), three rebounds, two assists, two steals, two blocks and three three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Hornets.
Analysis: The Bucks did not have Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) on the floor for Wednesday's game, which increased Turner's importance on offense. He shot the ball well, making half of his 14 attempts while also recording two steals and two blocks on defense. The lone disappointment for fantasy managers was Turner's inactivity on the boards, grabbing just three rebounds. However, he's never been the strongest rebounder, so a night like Wednesday is unsurprising. |
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Ryan Rollins Ryan Rollins drops game-high 25 points in loss
Wed, Nov 12, 2025, 3:32 PM
Ryan Rollins tallied 25 points (10-of-15 FGs, 1-of-2 FTs), five rebounds, six assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Wednesday's loss to the Hornets.
Analysis: Rollins continues to flourish for the Bucks, finishing Wednesday's defeat with his third 20-point game of the season. With no Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) on the floor, the Bucks' point guard attempted 15 shots, the most in a game for Rollins since October 30. Even better for fantasy managers is that the increased shot usage did not negatively impact Rollins' efficiency, as he shot 66.7 percent from the field and committed just two turnovers. He's still rostered in 49 percent of Yahoo! leagues, which is too low given Rollins' role and his production. |
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