MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo exited Sunday’s contest against Indiana following an uncomfortable landing after completing a slam dunk during the final moments of the third quarter in the team’s 134-123 win over the Pacers.
The star forward stayed on the court momentarily and managed another dunk on Milwaukee’s following offensive play. After getting fouled on the subsequent possession, he shot two free throws before making his way to the locker room.
Antetokounmpo did not return for the remainder of the contest. The forward finished with an impressive stat line of 31 points, 14 rebounds and eight assists across 30 minutes of action.
“My guess is he hyperextended his knee, but I’m guessing,” Bucks coach Doc Rivers said.
The Greek star indicated he wasn’t considering medical imaging at this time. The two-time Most Valuable Player explained he felt capable of continuing to play but decided to heed the guidance of Milwaukee’s medical personnel.
“I’m just going to go back home, sleep, see how I feel tomorrow, try to lift some weights,” Antetokounmpo said. “If I have a little bit of discomfort, then I’ll go from there. As of now, I’m not really bothered.”
The 31-year-old forward has been sidelined for a career-high 31 contests this season. He has endured two lengthy periods away from the court due to right calf muscle strains. Antetokounmpo was also held out of Milwaukee’s 122-99 defeat in Atlanta on Saturday due to a sprained left ankle.
