Antetokounmpo is back after sitting out Monday's loss to the Cavaliers. His return means Bobby Portis will come off the bench, with Portis' fantasy value taking a slight hit. Also worth considering is that Milwaukee visits the Knicks on Friday. Given Giannis' adductor and knee issues, it would be in their best interests to take care of the Jazz early.
Coach Doc Rivers said that Antetokounmpo (thigh) will play in Thursday's game against the Jazz, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Connaughton played in Monday's loss to the Cavaliers but did not offer much fantasy value, even with Giannis Antetokounmpo unavailable. He'll be in the rotation but is not worth the risk in most leagues. As for Beauchamp, he isn't guaranteed to be in the rotation, regardless of Antetokounmpo's availability.
A limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Antetokounmpo is officially questionable for Thursday. If he cannot play, Bobby Portis will remain in the starting lineup, which boosts his fantasy value.
Antetokounmpo (thigh) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Jazz, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.