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KHRIS MIDDLETON #22 - SMALL FORWARD - MILWAUKEE BUCKS
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Ruled out for Thursday Middleton (ankle) will not play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Mavericks, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton was unable to practice Wednesday, as he continues to rehab from injuries to both ankles. It was previously reported that Middleton was hoping to appear in at least one preseason game, so this certainly throws some more doubt on his availability for Opening Night on Oct. 23.
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Optimistic for opening night Coach Doc Rivers said Saturday that expects Middleton (ankle) to play in Milwaukee's regular-season opener against Philadelphia on Oct. 23, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton has yet to suit up this preseason and is not expected to suit up in Monday's preseason contest against Chicago. However, the team is optimistic that Middleton will be able to play in at least one preseason outing before the regular season rolls around.
OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out vs. Lakers Middleton (ankle) won't play against the Lakers on Thursday, Jackson Gross of SB Nation reports.
Impact Middleton is believed to be progressing, but there's no guarantee that he will play at all during the preseason. This game against the Lakers comes too soon for him, and it remains to be seen if he'll be cleared for action before the start of the regular season against the 76ers on Oct. 23.
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Won't play Sunday Middleton (ankle) will not play in Sunday's preseason game against the Pistons, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton will be sidelined as he continues to nurse ankle injuries. Middleton has been trending in the right direction, but it remains unlikely he will play in the near future.
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Trending in right direction Middleton (ankles) participated in everything except live scrimmages at practice Wednesday, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Impact Per coach Doc Rivers, Middleton even snuck into a few scrimmage sequences despite not being cleared to do so, potentially alluding to the 33-year-old craving some live action and feeling physically sharp. Coach Rivers added that Middleton participated in "probably 60 percent of the practice, maybe more," so his outlook for the remainder of training camp is very positive.
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Limited to start training camp Middleton (ankle) will be limited once training camp starts on Oct. 1, Chris Haynes of Turner Sports reports.
Impact Middleton underwent procedures on both ankles during the offseason, but he hasn't been cleared for five-on-five action yet, meaning the team will take a cautious approach to his recovery process. With training camp commencing Oct. 1, the Bucks want to do everything possible to ensure Middleton will be available for the start of the regular season in late October. Middleton was limited to 55 games in the 2023-24 regular season and produced averages of 15.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.7 three-pointers per contest.
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Undergoes surgery on both ankles Middleton underwent two arthroscopic clean-up procedures on both ankles during the offseason, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
Impact Middleton had left ankle surgery shortly after Milwaukee's playoff exit, and then had his right one operated on in mid-June. The surgeries were deemed a success and were necessary to help Middleton get rid of his lingering soreness in both. The good news for the Bucks is that Middleton is expected to be ready for the start of the 2024-25 campaign. During the 2023-24 regular season, Middleton was limited to 55 games and produced averages of 15.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.7 three-pointers.
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Impact Middleton led Milwaukee seemingly on a nightly basis over the course of the first-round series against Indiana, but was held in check in the series-ending contest Thursday while failing to record 15 points for the only time in the series. Middleton, who dealt with some foul trouble in the first half which seemed to impact his performance and aggressiveness, put together a strong opening-round series which included scoring 20 or more points in four of the six contests. In the end, his performances weren't enough to lead the shorthanded Bucks back into the series against the Pacers.
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Officially cleared to play Middleton (ankle) is available for Thursday's Game 6 against the Pacers.
Impact Middleton was probable for Thursday's matchup and has officially been cleared to suit up again. He's had a significant role in recent games, averaging 32.0 points, 10.7 rebounds and 5.0 assists in 40.3 minutes per game over his last three outings. However, he'll have additional help in Game 6 since Damian Lillard (Achilles) has been cleared to return.
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Considered probable Middleton (ankle) is probable for Thursday's Game 6 against the Pacers.
Impact Middleton sprained his right ankle in Game 2 but continues to play through the pain and will likely do so again Thursday. Over the last three matchups, Middleton has carried the Bucks, averaging 32.0 points, 10.7 rebounds and 5.0 assists in 40.3 minutes per game. With Damian Lillard (calf) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) both doubtful, Middleton should be in store for a hefty workload during Game 6.
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Good to go Tuesday Middleton (ankle) is available for Tuesday's Game 5 agains the Pacers, Jeremiah Johnson of Bally Sports Indiana reports.
Impact Middleton has been upgraded from questionable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a right ankle sprain. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) and Damian Lillard (Achilles) out, Middleton will likely continue to be the focal point of Milwaukee's offense.
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Probable for Game 5 Middleton is probable for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Pacers due to a right ankle sprain.
Impact Middleton sprained his right ankle in Game 2 but will likely continue to play through the pain. He totaled 67 points, 20 rebounds and 10 assists over the last two matchups -- both losses -- and should continue to lead the Bucks' offense in Game 5, as Damian Lillard (Achilles) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) are listed as doubtful for Tuesday.
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