Bucks' Damian Lillard won't play Tuesday against Raptors after entering concussion protocol
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KHRIS MIDDLETON #22 - SMALL FORWARD - MILWAUKEE BUCKS
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Remains out Middleton (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Raptors.
Impact Middleton has yet to play this season and doesn't have a return timetable. He can be considered doubtful for the second half of Milwaukee's back-to-back set against the Pistons on Wednesday. In Middleton's absence, Taurean Prince continues to start at small forward.
NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE
Another absence coming Middleton (ankle) won't play in Sunday's game versus the Celtics.
Impact Middleton continues to miss time to start the 2024-25 campaign while recovering from ankle surgery. The veteran forward's next chance to suit up is Tuesday's matchup with Toronto.
NOVEMBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out once again Friday Middleton (ankle) has been ruled out of Friday's game against the Knicks, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton has yet to make his season debut, though he appears to be nearing a return to game action as coach Doc Rivers said Wednesday that he is progressing to 3-on-3 work, according to Eric Nehm of The Athletic. The 33-year-old's next chance to make his debut will come Sunday against the Celtics, though he is not likely to suit up that early on while recovering from surgeries to both ankles.
NOVEMBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Officially out Thursday Middleton (ankles) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Utah, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton will progress to 3-on-3 work Thursday, but his soonest opportunity to take the court will be Friday against the Knicks. The 33-year-old helped guide Milwaukee to the sixth-best offense in the league last year, but the Bucks currently sit 21st through seven contests without Middleton in 2024-25.
NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
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Will progress to 3-on-3 Middleton (ankle) is expected to progress to 3-on-3 work Thursday, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton's status for Thursday's game against the Jazz has yet to be determined, though he sounds doubtful at best. The forward is trending in the right direction according to coach Doc Rivers, and it will be interesting to see how he responds to Thursday's live 3-on-3 work.
NOVEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Middleton (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Cavaliers, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton has yet to suit up this season and remains without a return timetable, but the Bucks continue to treat the 33-year-old as day-to-day. In Middleton's extended absence, Taurean Prince should continue to start at small forward.
NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE
Bucks 'haven't been able to sustain 48 minutes' of solid basketball as they await Middleton's return
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Mitchell's last-second jumper helps Cavs stay unbeaten with 114-113 win at Milwaukee
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Out once again Saturday Middleton (ankle) has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the Cavaliers.
Impact Middleton has yet to debut in the 2024-25 campaign while recovering from surgeries to both ankles during the offseason. The Bucks continue to treat the 33-year-old as day-to-day, though there is no set timetable for his return. Middleton's next chance to play will come Monday in a rematch with Cleveland.
NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Milwaukee hosts Cleveland in conference matchup
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Remains out Middleton (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Grizzlies, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton hasn't been cleared for 5-on-5 work and remains without a return timetable, but the Bucks continue to treat him as day-to-day. Taurean Prince continues to start at small forward in Middleton's absence, while the latter's next chance to suit up will come Saturday versus Cleveland.
OCTOBER 30 • ROTOWIRE
Out again Monday Middleton (ankle) will not play Monday against Boston, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact No surprise here, as Middleton has yet to be cleared for 5-on-5 with contact. It remains to be seen if he'll miss his fifth straight game Thursday against Memphis.
OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
Thomas scores 32, Nets beat Bucks 115-102 in home opener for first win under Jordi Fernandez
Cam Thomas scored 32 points, Dennis Schroder added 29 and the Brooklyn Nets beat the Milwaukee Bucks 115-102 on Sunday in their home opener to give coach Jordi Fernandez his first...OCTOBER 28 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Out again Sunday Middleton (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Nets.
Impact Middleton has yet to play this season and is set to miss a third consecutive contest while rehabbing from undergoing ankle surgery in the summer. There's no clear timetable for Middleton's return, and he's widely expected to be out for the second half of this back-to-back set against the Celtics on Monday.
OCTOBER 26 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Friday Middleton (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Impact Middleton dealt with ankle problems throughout the preseason after undergoing surgery in the summer, and the veteran forward is not ready to suit up yet. The Bucks won't rush him, as they want him to be healthy for good once he returns to the lineup. Middleton's next chance to play will come against the Nets on Sunday.
OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Friday Middleton (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Impact Middleton dealt with ankle problems throughout the preseason after undergoing surgery in the summer, and the veteran forward is not ready to suit up yet. The Bucks won't rush him, as they want him to be healthy for good once he returns to the lineup. Middleton's next chance to play will come against the Nets on Sunday.
OCTOBER 24 • ROTOWIRE
Milwaukee and Chicago square off for conference matchup
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Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo shakes off knee woes to play opening night for Bucks
Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo shook off knee tendinitis and was in the starting lineup Wednesday night for Milwaukee’s opening night game against PhiladelphiaOCTOBER 23 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Sixers rule Joel Embiid, Paul George out of season opener with injuries
Philadelphia 76ers All-Stars Joel Embiid and Paul George will miss the season opener against Milwaukee and could miss more games as they ret...OCTOBER 23
Ruled out for Wednesday Middleton (ankle) will not play in Wednesday's game against the 76ers, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton was unable to go through Tuesday's 5-on-5 scrimmage at practice, a necessary hurdle to clear before he can get the green light to return. Middleton will travel with the Bucks, however, and coach Doc Rivers said he's considered day-to-day. In Middleton's absence, it's likely that Taurean Prince steps into a larger role for the Bucks.
OCTOBER 22 • ROTOWIRE
Report: Bucks vet Khris Middleton (ankles) to miss opener Bucks star Khris Middleton is expected to miss Milwaukee’s season opener Wednesday against the host Philadelphia 76ers as he continues to re...
OCTOBER 21 • KANSASCITY.COM
Doubtful for Wednesday Middleton (ankle) is not expected to play Wednesday against the 76ers for Opening Night, ESPN's Shams Charania reports.
Impact This is hardly a surprise, as Middleton didn't make a single preseason appearance. He also hasn't been cleared for 5-on-5 with contact yet, and he's been limited in recent practices. Charania adds that the Bucks are cautiously progressing the veteran wing, but his timetable remains murky at best. In his absence, Taurean Prince is a candidate to fill in with the starters.
OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Iffy for Opening Night Coach Doc Rivers said Middleton (ankle) just did skill development at Saturday's practice and would likely need to go through 5-on-5 work to be cleared for Milwaukee's regular-seas...
Impact Middleton continues to work his way back from injuries in both ankles and was forced to miss the entire preseason. While there is optimism that the 33-year-old forward will be good to go for Opening Night, he will likely have to go through a full practice first.
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