Giannis Antetokounmpo

Giannis Antetokounmpo is officially listed as questionable for Saturday’s game against the Chicago Bulls but is expected to return to the lineup if he passes pregame testing.

Fantasy Impact

The two-time MVP has been sidelined since December 3 with a right soleus strain. If he is cleared to play, he will likely operate under a minutes restriction in his first game back. His return would naturally reduce the available frontcourt minutes for Bobby Portis and Jericho Sims. Prior to the injury, Antetokounmpo was averaging 28.9 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 6.1 assists over 17 games.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to play in Saturday’s game against the Chicago Bulls, pending clearance from pregame tests.

Fantasy Impact

Antetokounmpo last played on December 3 while managing a right calf strain. He could return on Saturday, but fantasy managers will likely need to wait closer to tipoff for confirmation. If he does play, he may be on a minutes restriction. Bobby Portis and Kyle Kuzma would likely see a reduction in minutes, while Kevin Porter Jr. and Ryan Rollins could see a dip in usage.

An MRI has confirmed that Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered a right calf strain, an injury that is projected to sideline him for two-to-four weeks. The testing provided some relief by ruling out any damage to the Achilles tendon.

Fantasy Impact

Even the most optimistic timeline would see Antetokounmpo miss at least five games, though the organization is expected to treat the situation with extreme caution given the nature of calf injuries. With their franchise centerpiece unavailable, the Bucks will likely turn to a combination of Kyle Kuzma, Bobby Portis, and Jericho Sims to absorb the vacant minutes and usage in the frontcourt.

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers said the team has ruled out the possibility of an Achilles injury for Giannis Antetokounmpo and that he is set to undergo an MRI.

Fantasy Impact

Rivers said the injury wasn’t completely non-contact, noting that he saw Antetokounmpo get bumped by Jalen Duren on the drive before he exited Wednesday’s game against the Detroit Pistons. The injury is currently being labeled a “calf strain,” but the team will know more once the MRI results come in. If he misses time, Bobby Portis and Kyle Kuzma should see additional minutes, while Ryan Rollins and Kevin Porter are likely to see a bump in usage.

Giannis Antetokounmpo will not return to Wednesday's game against the Pistons with a right calf strain.

Fantasy Impact

Antetokounmpo appeared to go down by himself as he was jogging down the court in a non-contact injury. There should be an update on his status when available.