PAT CONNAUGHTON NEWS

Bucks make 25 3s, beat Heat 138-122 without Antetokounmpo

Brook Lopez scored 25 points, Jrue Holiday added 24 and the hot-shooting Milwaukee Bucks withstood Giannis Antetokounmpo’s absence while trouncing the Miami Heat 138-122, tying the...

APRIL 20, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Khris Middleton practices fully, Bucks gear up for playoffs

Milwaukee Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer says Khris Middleton practiced fully Thursday as the three-time All-Star works his way back from a sore right knee and prepares for the playo...

APRIL 13, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Pat Connaughton/Blake Wesley NBA Tracker: April 3-9 One player’s season ends; the other hopes to get healthy for the playoffs.

APRIL 10, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Bucks won't have most key players Friday vs. Grizzlies

The Milwaukee Bucks won’t have Giannis Antetokounmpo and several other notable players Friday night when they host the Memphis Grizzlies, who can take the No. 2 seed in the Western...

APRIL 7, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Still out Friday Connaughton (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Connaughton exited Tuesday's win over Washington with a right ankle sprain and will be sidelined for a second consecutive contest. Since the Bucks have clinched the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, it wouldn't be surprising to see him remain out Sunday against Toronto if he isn't back to 100 percent.

APRIL 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Done for night with ankle sprain Connaughton will not return to Tuesday's game against the Wizards after suffering a right ankle sprain according to Eric Nehm of The Athletic.

Impact This is a tough blow for the Bucks, as they are already without Khris Middleton (rest), Grayson Allen (ankle) and Jevon Carter (foot). With Connaughton's night over, we could see Wesley Matthews get some decent minutes for the Bucks.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pat Connaughton/Blake Wesley NBA Tracker: March 20-26 You can tell which player’s team is having more success.

MARCH 27, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Not starting Saturday Connaughton is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Connaughton will head back to a bench role with Khris Middleton (knee) back in the starting five. Connaughton is averaging 6.2 points and 3.5 rebounds per game across 23 games off the bench this season.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Heats up with 22 points Connaughton had 22 points (8-12 FG, 6-10 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 29 minutes during Friday's 144-116 victory over the Jazz.

Impact Khris Middleton (right knee injury management) was held out for the front end of the back-to-back set, but he should be back Saturday against the Nuggets. If the Bucks are back to full strength Saturday, Connaughton will struggle to deliver a line anywhere close to the one we saw Friday. As a reserve this season, Connaughton averages 6.2 points and 3.5 rebounds.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bucks overwhelm Jazz 144-116 for third straight victory

Grayson Allen scored a season-high 25 points to lead the Milwaukee Bucks to a 144-116 victory over the Utah Jazz

MARCH 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Starting Friday Connaughton is in the starting lineup for Friday's game against the Jazz, Eric Walden of The Salt Lake Tribune reports.

Impact Connaughton is starting in place of Khris Middleton (knee). The veteran wing has averaged 9.1 points, 5.9 rebounds and 1.6 assists across 28.2 minutes in 31 starts this season.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not starting Sunday Connaughton isn't starting Sunday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Connaughton started the last two matchups and averaged 9.0 points and 4.0 rebounds in 28.0 minutes per game. However, he'll retreat to the bench with Grayson Allen returning to action Sunday.

MARCH 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ties season high with three steals Connaughton closed Thursday's 139-123 loss to the Pacers with 10 points (4-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and three steals over 31 minutes.

Impact With Grayson Allen (foot) out again, Connaughton drew a second consecutive start and posted his first double-digit scoring outing since March 1. He also tied his season high with three steals, a mark he's reached just one other time. Connaughton has appeared in 11 straight contests (six starts) but is averaging just 5.5 points, 3.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists in 21.6 minutes and could be relegated to a modest backup role when Allen is cleared to return.

MARCH 17, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Suns Connaughton is starting against the Suns on Tuesday.

Impact Khris Middleton (knee) is getting the night off and the Bucks are missing Grayson Allen (foot) as well, so Connaughton and Jevon Carter will get the starting nod. Connaughton hasn't fared well in recent games, as he hasn't scored in double figures since March 1.

MARCH 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Marquette's Tyler Kolek, Bucks' Pat Connaughton build friendship Marquette point guard Tyler Kolek and Bucks guard Pat Connaughton have the same AAU team in common and now build on their friendship in Milw...

MARCH 10, 2023 • JSONLINE.COM

Slides back to bench Connaughton has been relegated to the bench for Tuesday's game versus the Magic.

Impact Connaughton had started all but one of his appearances dating back to Christmas Day, but he will return to the bench in place of Khris Middleton, who will receive his first start since Dec. 21. The long-term goal likely involves including Middleton in the starting lineup more often as the playoffs approach, so Connaughton may find himself coming off the bench more frequently moving forward.

MARCH 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Disappears in loss Connaughton closed Saturday's 133-130 loss to the 76ers with one point (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and two rebounds in 17 minutes.

Impact The Bucks have started Connaughton in three of four games since his two-game absence, but he's failed to deliver. Saturday marked another abysmal game for the Notre Dame product, who has only produced 16 points and 14 rebounds over a four-game span. Jevon Carter is playing well enough to eat into Connaughton's usage, which diminishes his fantasy value.

MARCH 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting against Nets Connaughton is starting against the Nets on Tuesday.

Impact Jevon Carter will shift to the bench along with Bobby Portis with Giannis Antetokounmpo back from injury. Connaughton will look to get himself back on track, as he hasn't eclipsed double-digit points since Feb. 6.

MARCH 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not listed on injury report Connaughton (calf) isn't listed on the Bucks' injury report for Sunday's matchup against the Suns.

Impact Connaughton missed Friday's contest due to left calf soreness, but he'll return to action Sunday. He started 25 straight appearances before missing time with the issue and averaged 9.6 points, 6.2 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 28.4 minutes during that stretch. He may be limited during his first game action since Feb. 14, but he figures to reclaim a prominent role for Milwaukee before too long.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Officially out Friday Connaughton (calf) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Miami, Justin Garcia of the Milwaukee Bucks Radio Network reports.

Impact Connaughton missed the Bucks' final game before the All-Star break due to left calf soreness and was limited at practice Wednesday. After being listed as doubtful for Friday's matchup, he'll officially sit out for a second consecutive game. Jevon Carter took his place in the starting lineup last week, but it's possible Khris Middleton draws the start against Miami. Connaughton's next chance to suit up will be Sunday against Phoenix.

FEBRUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Unlikely to play Friday Connaughton (calf) is doubtful for Friday's game versus the Heat.

Impact Connaughton was limited in practice Wednesday and will likely miss his second straight game due to left calf soreness. Jevon Carter started in the 29-year-old's forward absence. Connaughton's next chance to suit up will be Sunday's matchup with Phoenix if he's ruled out Friday.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in practice Connaughton (calf) returned to practice Wednesday in a limited capacity, Scott Grodsky of CBS 58 reports.

Impact Connaughton is in danger of missing his second straight game due to left calf soreness. If he's unable to suit up Friday, his next chance to play is Sunday's matchup with Phoenix.

FEBRUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out with sore calf Connaughton will not play Thursday at Chicago due to a sore left calf, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Impact Connaughton's absence is almost certainly precautionary after he saw 35 minutes of action in Tuesday's overtime win over the Celtics. He's started every game since Christmas Day, but this could now be an opportunity for Milwaukee to finally push Khris Middleton back into the lineup ahead of the All-Star break.

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Available Tuesday Connaughton (calf) is available for Tuesday's game against the Celtics.

Impact As expected, Connaughton will see the floor despite left calf soreness. This month, he's averaged 9.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 steals in 27.4 minutes.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Likely to play Tuesday Connaughton is probable for Tuesday's game against Boston due to left calf soreness.

Impact Connaughton hasn't missed a game since late November, and he'll likely be able to suit up Tuesday despite his calf issue. He's been held under 10 points in five of his last seven appearances and has averaged 8.6 points and 6.4 rebounds in 27.4 minutes per game during that time.

FEBRUARY 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE