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Giannis, Bucks Discuss Future as Calf Strain Forces Short Layoff

The talks arrive with Milwaukee struggling at 9-13, as an MRI ruled out Achilles damage after his early exit against Detroit.

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Dec 2, 2025; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4) tries to move the ball past Portland Trail Blazers forward Jerami Grant (9) in the first half at Scotiabank Arena. Mandatory Credit: Dan Hamilton-Imagn Images
Dec 1, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) moves the ball against Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks (3) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images
Dec 3, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray (27) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Johnny Furphy (12) defends in the first half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • ESPN reports Giannis Antetokounmpo and agent Alex Saratsis are in active conversations with the Bucks about his long‑term fit, with a resolution expected in the coming weeks that could shape trade‑deadline decisions.
  • Antetokounmpo left Wednesday’s game against the Pistons after three minutes with a right calf strain; Doc Rivers said the timeline is roughly two weeks and postgame imaging cleared the Achilles.
  • The Bucks rallied to beat Detroit 113-109 without Antetokounmpo, snapping concern on the night but not their wider slide in the Eastern Conference standings.
  • Rivers publicly reiterated that Antetokounmpo has not asked for a trade, pushing back on speculation following the star’s recent social‑media scrub of Bucks references.
  • Milwaukee is 9-13 after losing eight of nine, with data showing a dramatic offensive drop when Antetokounmpo sits (126.9 points per 100 possessions with him vs. 107.7 without).