Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo doubtful for Game 1 of NBA Finals vs. Suns

Bucks star and two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo has been ruled as “doubtful” for Game 1 of the NBA Finals, reports Shams Charania of The Athletic.

Earlier in the day, coach Mike Budenholzer said Giannis “had a good day and is making good progress,” according to Mark Medina of USA Today. As Duane Rankin of Arizona Republic noted, Budenholzer said that Antetokounmpo was able to do some on-court work, saying, “I’m just going to leave it (that) he did court work. So he’s making progress and we’re pleased that he’s making progress.”

The Bucks managed to hold on for the last two-and-a-half games following Antetokounmpo’s dramatic knee hyperextension, and they might need some more heroics from Khris Middleton and Brook Lopez if the Greek Freak is unable to suit up for Game 1 against the Phoenix Suns, who hope to be at full health themselves following a positive COVID-19 test for Chris Paul and Devin Booker‘s broken nose.