Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo appeared to hyperextend his knee during Sunday’s 134-123 win over the Indiana Pacers, according to Eric Nehm of The Athletic.
The injury occurred late in the third quarter when Antetokounmpo landed awkwardly after completing a dunk following a spin move.
He remained in the game briefly for just over a minute before heading to the bench and not returning.
Antetokounmpo tried to test the knee on the sideline, spending time on a stationary bike and doing knee exercises in an attempt to warm up, according to Alex Molina of Eurohoops.
However, he ultimately stayed out for the rest of the game.
Afterward, Bucks head coach Doc Rivers said the team had not yet confirmed the exact nature of the injury and was unsure whether Antetokounmpo would need an MRI.
“My guess is he hyperextended his knee, but I’m guessing,” Rivers said, per ESPN.
Antetokounmpo later downplayed the situation and said he does not currently plan to undergo imaging, according to Nehm.
“I’m just going to go back home, sleep, see how I feel tomorrow, try to lift some weights,” the two-time MVP said. “And if I have a little bit of discomfort, then I’ll go from there. But as of right now, I’m not really bothered by it.”
Antetokounmpo has appeared in 36 of Milwaukee’s 67 games this season while dealing with several injuries.
Entering Sunday’s game against Indiana, he was averaging 27.5 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game.
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