Giannis Antetokounmpo: Won't be rushed to return
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Giannis Antetokounmpo: Won't be rushed to returnBucks head coach Doc Rivers said he won't rush Antetokounmpo back to the court and expects him to need closer to four weeks to recover from the calf injury.
Ryan Rollins, Kevin Porter Jr., AJ Green, Jericho Sims and Myles Turner will start against the 76ers on Friday.Sims started the second half on Wednesday after Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) exited early. Sims finished with 15 points and 14 rebounds in 30 minutes, and he'll have an opportunity to post another double-double in this one. If he plays well and continues to start, he could be a reliable streaming option until Giannis returns in two-to-four weeks.
Rivers expects Giannis (calf) out close to 4 weeksBucks coach Doc Rivers said he expects star Giannis Antetokounmpo to require closer to four weeks to recover from the strained right calf he suffered on Wednesday night.
Bucks could blow up their roster if Giannis Antetokounmpo decides to leave, per reportMyles Turner, Kyle Kuzma and Bobby Portis could hit the trading block if Antetokounmpo is dealt
NBA Trade Rumors 2025-26: The latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo, plus Anthony Davis, Trae Young, moreWhile the spotlight over the last 48 hours has been on Antetokounmpo, other trade talk is ramping up as well.