After the NBA Cup coronation, the Milwaukee Bucks faced a big test against the Cleveland Cavaliers. And they suffered a heavy defeat (101-124). On this match, Giannis Antetokounmpo and his partners showed up without Damian Lillard. Victim of calf discomfort, the leader was put to rest.
And for its part, the Greek Freak is in phase with this management. With the objective of aiming very far in the Playoffs, Antetokounmpo wants to prioritize the health of his teammates. Even if it means “slowing down” the rise of the Bucks in the rankings in the East.
“The first thing is to get Dame healthy. I think when we're healthy, we're a totally different team, a team to be afraid of. But no, in my head, I don't think: 'oh, Lady must come back quickly'.
I don't care if we lose five times in a row in the regular season, I really believe in our abilities. I think regardless of where we are in the East, we have a chance to be competitive when we're healthy.
And he is our number 1 opponent for the last two years. Right now, that's the adversary I'm fighting against, that we're fighting against, is health. Calf strains are tricky, but time heals all injuries.
So he has to take his time and we certainly have the talent to take over until he comes back,” assured Giannis Antetokounmpo for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel.
After a catastrophic start to the season, Milwaukee (14-12) managed to move up to 5th position. In good shape, they can certainly overtake the Orlando Magic, decimated by injuries. And Giannis Antetokounmpo's men can indeed represent a scarecrow in the Playoffs in the East…
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