The Milwaukee Bucks MUST win on Thursday night. Simply put, a loss in Game 6 against the Indiana Pacers would mark the end of what will be considered a disappointing season for the Bucks.
Milwaukee, however, has gotten a major boost just one hour before tip-off after it was declared that Damian Lillard will be available to play. It goes without saying that the eight-time All-Star’s availability will play a crucial role in the Bucks’ fight to keep their season alive.
Milwaukee Bucks News: Damian Lillard Good to Go for Game 6
After missing Game 5 with an Achilles injury and subsequently being tagged as doubtful to play in Thursday’s do-or-die showdown, Lillard has now been able to recover in time for Game 6:
Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard (Achilles) will make his return tonight for Game 6 at Indiana, league sources tell @NBAonTNT, @BleacherReport. pic.twitter.com/y9gIll1qqt
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) May 2, 2024
This is an undeniably massive development for the Bucks, who will need as much help as they can get as they try to upset the Pacers at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Thursday.
Lillard won’t be at a hundred percent and it is currently unclear how healthy he’s going to be, but the mere fact that he will be on the court is a major win for the Bucks in itself.
Unfortunately, it has also been confirmed that Giannis Antetokounmpo will be sitting out again for Game 6. The former back-to-back MVP has not been able to recover from his calf strain in time for this crucial matchup, which makes Lillard’s availability even more important.
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