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Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo out with ankle sprain

Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has been ruled out of Saturday's game against the host Atlanta Hawks with a left ankle sprain. It will mark his 31st missed game of the season.

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Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo ruled out for Hawks game

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s status remains uncertain as the Milwaukee Bucks prepare for a road matchup against the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday afternoon. The Bucks (27–38) listed the former MVP as questionable on their latest injury report due to right calf injury management ahead of the 3:00 p.m.

NBA News / Milwaukee Bucks on SI / March 14

Giannis' availability decided, Milwaukee Bucks-Atlanta Hawks, Lineups, Injuries, Betting Lines & More

The Milwaukee Bucks come off an empty trip to Miami where they slowed down Bam Adebayo following his historic 83-point game but couldn’t come away with a win, falling 112-105.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / March 14

ESPN Analyst Confirms Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Visit to Stephen Curry’s Party Amid Bucks’ Troubling Season

Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors started the 2025-26 NBA season with championship aspirations. But a season-ending injury to superstar Jimmy Butler, and Curry’s runner’s knee condition have derailed their campaign.

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NBA News / WI Sports Heroics / March 13

Heat troll Bucks following Milwaukee’s post on Bam’s 83

The silver lining for the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday was keeping Bam Adebayo from surpassing his 83-point explosion. The downside, however, was that the Miami Heat still defeated the visiting Bucks 112 – 105 and made a statement in the process.

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Every NBA franchise's most infamous villain

Heroes run the NBA, but every story also needs a villain. For some franchises, it's a particularly hated opponent, but every now and then, it's one of their own.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 13

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s ‘Heat culture’ references add fire to possible Bucks offseason exit

Giannis Antetokounmpo was the talk of the town at this year’s NBA trade deadline. For the first time ever, the Milwaukee Bucks were actually fielding calls about Giannis, who has continued to put pressure on the organization to make winning moves or risk losing him at this point in his career.

NBA News / Brew Hoop / March 13

Bucks vs. Heat Player Grades: Giannis giveth, Giannis taketh

With Kevin Porter Jr. back, the Milwaukee Bucks put up one heck of a fight against the Miami Heat—who, granted, were down Tyler Herro, Andrew Wiggins, and Norman Powell—but couldn’t make the most of their possessions late, losing 112-105.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / March 13

'For me personally, it’s a tough season': Giannis Antetokounmpo opens up about challenging Bucks year

Giannis Antetokounmpo openly admits that the 2025–26 season has been a lot for him and the Milwaukee Bucks to manage. Following Thursday’s 112 to 105 loss to the Miami Heat, the Greek superstar reflected on just how demanding and unpredictable this year has been.

Ousmane Dieng News / WI Sports Heroics / March 13

Bucks’ Ousmane Dieng leaves game with illness in loss to Heat

The Milwaukee Bucks slipped to 27–38 on Thursday after suffering a 112 to 105 defeat against the Miami Heat, leaving them six games behind the final play in position in the Eastern Conference.

Giannis Antetokounmpo News / WI Sports Heroics / March 13

Giannis Antetokounmpo reflects on costly play after Bucks fall to the Heat

The Milwaukee Bucks have struggled throughout the 2025–26 season, yet Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to compete despite the team’s difficult position.

Milwaukee Bucks News / WI Sports Heroics / March 13

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the struggling Bucks head to Kaseya center to take on Bam Adebayo and thewhite hot Heat

The Miami Heat welcome Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks to Kaseya Center on Thursday night. Miami enters the matchup riding a six-game winning streak, most recently a 150-129 blowout highlighted by Bam Adebayo’s historic 83-point outing.

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20 NBA players who changed how the game is played

Basketball has changed so, so much since it was first played in the late 1800s. The NBA has a lot to do with this, and there are even a handful of players who can be credited with influencing significant shifts on their own.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 13

Bucks’ Doc Rivers makes blunt admission on plan vs. Bam Adebayo

On Thursday night, the Milwaukee Bucks had the opportunity to look like a million bucks (pun intended) as they went to Kaseya Center to face the Miami Heat in their first game since Bam Adebayo’s insane 83-point outing.

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NBA News / Brew Hoop / March 12

Rapid Recap: Heat 112, Bucks 105

The Milwaukee Bucks battled, but were unable to extinguish the Miami Heat, losing 112-95 as the Heat won their seventh straight game. Despite not having Tyler Herro, the Heat pulled through because of Pelle Larson, who had a career-high 28 points.

Ousmane Dieng News / NBA on ClutchPoints / March 12

Bucks’ Ousmane Dieng ruled out for rest of game vs. Heat with health issue

The Milwaukee Bucks suffered a blow against the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center on Thursday after Ousmane Dieng was ruled out for the remainder of the contest due to illness.