The Milwaukee Bucks meets the Golden State Warriors for the second and final time this regular season, and the Bucks aim for their second straight victory over the Dubs.
The latest injury update Milwaukee Bucks and Golden State Warriors
Out of their last 20, the Bucks have only one loss. The Bucks have won three consecutive games after losing their 16th straight game this past Saturday to the Philadelphia 76ers (133-130). Their last three victories have been by scores of 117-111 against the Wizards, 134-123 against the Magic, and 118-113 against the Brooklyn Nets.
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s return to the Milwaukee Bucks lineup after missing the last two games is a major boost for the team, while for the Golden State Warriors, playing at Oracle Arena on a Saturday night in San Francisco may be just the medicine they need to get back on track.
Despite missing the previous two games due to illness and a hand injury, Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to return against the Warriors.
In the event that Antetokounmpo is ruled out against the Warriors, he will be eligible to return to action in Monday’s meeting with the Sacramento Kings. Bobby Portis has replaced the star forward during his absence.
While it’s encouraging that the Warriors have won 27 of their last 34 games at Oracle Arena, the team will likely have to play without Andrew Wiggins, who has missed the last 10 games due to personal matters, and Gary Payton II, who has missed the last 12 games due to abdominal issues.
Additionally doubtful for Saturday’s game is Jonathan Kuminga, who joined them on the Memphis sidelines after spraining his right ankle during pregame warmups.
Against the Bucks on Saturday, Klay Thompson (knee) could return to action. A probable tag isn’t too much to worry about, but it might indicate that it’s time for another maintenance day soon.
Despite experiencing right hip soreness, Iguodala is a likely starter for this game.
Despite lingering hip pain, Iguodala is expected to suit up for his fourth consecutive game on Saturday.
Warriors injuries
- Andre Iguodala (Hip) – Questionable
- Klay Thompson (Knee) – Questionable
- Andrew Wiggins (Personal) – Out
- Jonathan Kuminga (Ankle) – Out
- Gary Payton II (Abdomen) – Out
- Ryan Rollins (Foot) – Out for the season
Bucks injuries
- Giannis Antetokounmpo (Hand) – Questionable
- Goran Dragic (Knee) – Questionable
- Wesley Matthews (Calf) – Out
