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Monday, January 16
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
 |  | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) has been listed as probable to make his return on Monday after a two-game absence due to knee soreness. The superstar forward may not have the season he's used to, but he's still been near the top of the MVP race and is an elite fantasy asset. Bobby Portis will likely shift back to the bench when he returns to the court and Antetokounmpo will soak up most of those power forward minutes. |
Saturday, January 14
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is questionable ahead of Saturday's meeting with Miami. The multi-time MVP didn't play on Thursday for the first of consecutive games against the Heat because of left knee soreness. However, he's no stranger to this issue, so there's a good chance he'll be out there. That said, if Antetokounmpo can't suit up, Bobby Portis, who's averaged a double-double in 10 starts this season, will likely remain with the first five. |
|  | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) is out again on Saturday against Miami. The 31-year-old has played only seven games this season because of various ailments, so his absence isn't a surprise by any means. Without a timetable for Middleton's return from knee soreness, Pat Connaughton, who's averaged 8.8 points and 4.9 assists in 10 starts this season, should remain in the starting lineup. However, he's not a viable option for fantasy managers, and his 30.9% shooting from deep won't do any favors for category participants. |
Friday, January 13
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis will slide into the starting five for Thursday's game against the Miami Heat. The Bucks will have both Portis and MarJon Beauchamp start during this game. This roster is shorthanded with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Joe Ingles (knee) and Grayson Allen (ankle) all out. That being said, Portis is expected to play a significant role in this game. He appears to be an excellent DFS option, while Beauchamp has some deep league appeal. |
Thursday, January 12
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) was reported to have gone through "significant 5-on-5 work" in practice on Tuesday. Middleton has been out with a knee injury after missing most of the start of the season with a wrist injury. Given these reports, there is optimism Middleton will be nearing a return to the court. The Bucks have ruled out Middleton on Wednesday, but they will travel down to Miami to face the Heat on both Thursday and Saturday. |
|  | Milwaukee Bucks guard Grayson Allen (ankle) has been ruled out for the rest of Wednesday's game against the Atlanta Hawks. The 27-year-old suffered a right ankle sprain, which forced him to exit after the first half. He finished the game with six points, two rebounds, and two assists. Both Joe Ingles and MarJo Beauchamp will likely see more minutes on Wednesday and going forward if Allen is forced to miss more action. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) will sit out Thursday's contest against Miami. The former MVP is getting the night off with a sore left knee following a 35-minute appearance against Atlanta on Wednesday. Giannis had only seven points against the Hawks and the performance came just one outing after he managed a measly nine points versus Charlotte, so the Greek Freak has clearly been off his game lately. With Khris Middleton (knee) remaining out, Jrue Holiday looks set for a huge night, while Bobby Portis should massively benefit as well. He is looking at his 10th start of the campaign, and Portis has averaged 16.8 points, 11.8 rebounds and 2.4 assists as a starter this season. |
Tuesday, January 10
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) will not play Wednesday against the Atlanta Hawks. Middleton will miss his 13th straight game as he continues his injury-riddled season. Pat Connaughton should continue to start in Middleton's absence. Connaughton has scored in double digits in four of his last five games and is coming off a double-double in his last start. |
Monday, January 09
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) will miss his 12th consecutive game with knee soreness and still doesn't have a timetable for his return. Since the team ruled him out so early, it doesn't seem like he's close to coming back to the court. The Bucks are likely taking a very cautious approach to make sure Middleton is healthy come playoff time. While he's out, Pat Connaughton and MarJon Beauchamp will continue to receive a lot of those vacated minutes. |
Friday, January 06
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (illness) missed the team's last game on Wednesday with a non-COVID illness but should be returning on Friday. The one-game absence will be welcomed by the Bucks and fantasy managers alike as both need him to produce. He was only able to play around 19 minutes in the team's last outing and could only muster six points, one rebound, and three turnovers. He'll look to bounce back against a weaker Charlotte Hornets team. |
Tuesday, January 03
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (illness) and forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) are both probable to play Tuesday against the Washington Wizards. Holiday is trending towards returning to the court after missing three games due to an illness while Antetokounmpo is likely returning after a one-game absence due to knee soreness. Antetokounmpo will likely see more missed games in the future with the Bucks managing his reps ahead of the playoffs. Jevon Carter and Bobby Portis will likely slide back to their reserve roles off the bench. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (illness) and forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) are both good to go Tuesday against the Washington Wizards. Holiday and Antetokounmpo were both listed as probable to play so there was no real doubt in their game status. Jevon Carter and Bobby Portis should return to their reserve roles off the bench and will see increased value whenever Holiday and Antetokounmpo sit. |
Monday, January 02
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) has been downgraded to out against the Washington Wizards on Sunday. Antetokounmpo was questionable leading up to this one, but the Bucks ultimately decided to sit their star forward. This was not a back-to-back so it is a little concerning that Antetokounmpo is dealing with lingering knee soreness. He will likely have rest days more often than not for the remainder of the year. Bobby Portis will get the start and should be active with Jrue Holiday (illness) and Khris Middleton (knee) also ruled out. |
Sunday, January 01
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Washington Wizards. The superstar forward is a late addition to the injury report with left knee soreness. It wouldn't be shocking to see the Bucks take the cautious approach and rest Antetokounmpo on Sunday. Bobby Portis would slide into the starting five and be a strong streaming option. He's already rostered in most fantasy formats, but a move to the starting unit would make him an attractive DFS option for Sunday's slate. |
Friday, December 30
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) will remain sidelined for Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. He has been dealing with a lingering knee issue that continues to sideline him. Pat Connaughton should remain in the starting five, but is a risky streaming option. He looked awful on Wednesday, so fantasy managers might want to stay away from him. The Bucks could give Wesley Matthews and Joe Ingles more minutes, but both players are nothing more than low-end deep league streaming options. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. It looks like Holiday is headed towards his second straight absence here. The expectation is that Jevon Carter would move into the starting five, assuming Holiday is unable to play. Earlier in the season, Carter was a strong streaming option. However, he was been awful lately, so fantasy managers might not want to risk streaming him. Although, the Bucks are banged up, so Carter will likely play significant minutes, but could still post a dud. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (illness) was already listed as doubtful for the team's Friday night contest and now he's officially going to be sidelined. So far, he's missed just one game due to this non-COVID illness and the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves will make his second. Grayson Allen and Jevon Carter will likely see added opportunities with Holiday out of the lineup. |
Sunday, December 25
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) is considered doubtful for a meeting with the Celtics on Christmas Day. He has a sore right knee and is in danger of missing his fifth consecutive game. Health issues have limited Middleton to only seven appearances this season, and he's been far from his best with averages of 11.1 points, 2.6 rebounds and 4.4 assists. Middleton's recent absence has pushed rookie MarJon Beauchamp into the starting unit, while his injury problems have also boosted the stock of Jevon Carter this season. |
Friday, December 23
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks small forward Khris Middleton (knee) has been listed as doubtful to play in Friday's game vs. Brooklyn as he battles a sore right knee. Middleton has missed each of Milwaukee's three prior outings and has not looked himself during seven appearances in 2022-23, coming off an MCL sprain that ended his previous campaign. While the three-time All-Star has retained his starting role, he has averaged just 11.1 PPG and shot just 32.5 percent overall. MarJon Beauchamp has started each of the Bucks' two prior contests and has scored in double figures in three of his last four games, giving him some upside DFS appeal. Middleton's next best shot at suiting up comes Christmas Day against the Celtics. |
Wednesday, December 21
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) isn't expected to play on Wednesday versus Cleveland. The veteran missed his previous two games because of knee soreness, so if he's out again, rookie MarJon Beauchamp could be in line for another start. The 22-year-old has averaged only 8.1 points and 5.0 rebounds in seven starts this season, so he's not someone who can be relied on for consistent production. |
Sunday, December 18
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Utah Jazz. The Bucks are going to be without two of their top three players with Khris Middleton also sitting out. Bobby Portis is expected to slide into the starting lineup and should see a significant benefit. He's already rostered in most fantasy formats, but snag him if Portis is available for some reason. Also, Jordan Nwora will see increased minutes and is worth streaming in most formats with the Bucks shorthanded on Saturday. |
Friday, December 16
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Milwaukee Bucks forward Joe Ingles (knee) has rehabbed from a torn ACL for about 10 months and now he's targeting Monday as his return and season debut. The 35-year-old Aussie was only able to play 45 games last season with the Utah Jazz before going down with the knee injury. The last test he needs to pass is some 5-on-5 work and then he should be cleared to play. His playing time is still something that needs monitored because he has yet to slot into the Bucks rotation. |
Wednesday, December 14
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (illness) will sit Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors. Holiday was questionable with a non-COVID illness, but is unable to suit up in a showdown against the reigning champs. Jevon Carter figures to enter the starting lineup sans Holiday, but Khris Middleton (ankle) should see higher usage assuming he is not hobbled by his previous ankle injury. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (illness) is still suffering from a non-COVID illness that will keep him out of Thursday's contest against the Memphis Grizzlies. This will be his second game missed due to illness. Khris Middleton will see an increase in usage in the starting lineup while Jevon Carter should move into the open starter spot. George Hill could see some increased time as well but he's not a safe streaming option. |
Tuesday, December 13
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (ankle) was forced to exit the team's last game with an ankle injury, but it seems as though it wasn't too serious. He's officially listed as probable to play on Tuesday night, so he won't be missing any time. This comes as great news for both the team and fantasy managers since he missed so many games in the beginning of the season. If Jrue Holiday can't suit up, Middleton will likely see a bigger part of the offensive usage. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (illness) is officially listed as questionable against the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday. He's suffering from a non-COVID illness which seems to be something that's going around the league lately. The last game Holiday missed was earlier in December and Jevon Carter was the one to take his place in the starting lineup. If he is sidelined, Carter would be a very good streaming option and George Hill will likely see added time off of the bench. |
Monday, December 12
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton wasn't able to complete Sunday's game against Houston because of a left ankle sprain. He played for only six minutes and failed to register any stats. This was only his fifth game since making his season debut, so it's a very unfortunate blow for Middleton if he's forced to miss any time again. The team hasn't yet provided an update on his status. With Middleton on the shelf following wrist surgery, the Bucks rolled with Jevon Carter as a starter to open the season and he will be a strong candidate to replace him again. The 27-year-old has averaged 9.3 points, 2.9 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.4 steals in 27.5 minutes as a starter this season. |
Wednesday, December 07
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Milwaukee Bucks small forward Wesley Matthews landed in the league's health and safety protocols Wednesday, ruling him out for at least the contest vs. Sacramento. Matthews has shifted to a full-time bench role this season and has scuffled mightily from the field, shooting just 30.5 percent overall and 29.8 percent from deep. His absence on the wing won't make a discernible difference in the Bucks' rotation, but Pat Connaughton and Jordan Nwora could see some added offensive looks. Once a solid roster addition for his three-point shooting alone, Matthews' is averaging fewer than one made triple per contest this season, leaving him on the outside looking in of all formats. |
Monday, December 05
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Grayson Allen (foot) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. The 27-year-old will sit this one out after playing in both games of the back-to-back set over the weekend. The expectation is that Jevon Carter will move into the starting five on Monday. He could be someone worth streaming in deep leagues. However, his usage is probably going to be low with Jrue Holiday, Khris Middleton, and Giannis Antetokounmpo all healthy and starting in this game. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (conditioning) will suit up for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. He made his season debut on Friday, but sat out on Saturday as a precaution. The Bucks feel confident enough to let Middleton suit up for this game after resting on Saturday. His return will move Jordan Nwora to the bench where he won't have much streaming appeal. Fantasy managers in season-long formats should make sure Middleton is in their lineups for Monday's slate. |
|  | Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (rest) won't suit up for Monday's game against the Orlando Magic. The veteran big man will sit out after playing in both games of the back-to-back set over the weekend. His absence means Bobby Portis moves into the starting five and gets an uptick in usage and playing time. Portis should already be rostered in most formats, but if he's available then he'd be a great streaming option for Monday's slate. |
Wednesday, November 30
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | The Milwaukee Bucks still have no debut date for power forward Khris Middleton (wrist). With the Bucks sitting second in the league, perhaps rushing Middleton back is unnecessary. Still, the Bucks offense has suffered without Giannis Antetokounmpo's running mate. Middleton's return adds another wrinkle to the Bucks offense. Ranked 18th in offensive rating, Milwaukee has championship potential, but the offense must improve. According to head coach Mike Budenholzer, Middleton's return is "close." Fantasy managers should hold onto Middleton, as dumping him would be costly. |
Wednesday, November 16
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (ankle) is listed as questionable to play Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Holiday has recently returned to practice which bodes well for his status leading up to Wednesday. However, Holiday has been listed as questionable before being ruled out so his availability is not guaranteed. Grayson Allen (ankle) is doubtful so Jevon Carter should continue to see a huge role if Holiday is ruled out again. |
|  | Milwaukee Bucks forward Pat Connaughton (calf) is listed as questionable to play Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Connaughton has yet to play this season as he works his way back from injury, but was able to take part in the team's practice Tuesday. Connaughton is nearing a return which would likely take away minutes from MarJon Beauchamp, Serge Ibaka and Jordan Nwora. If Connaughton is unable to go Wednesday, his next chance to return would be Friday. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (ankle) won't be making his return just yet. Previously listed as questionable, head coach Mike Budenholzer confirmed that he won't be playing against the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday. Jevon Carter will continue to get some added playing time in his place. He's already rostered in 41% of leagues though, so if he's on the waiver wire, grab him fast. Holiday seems to be very close to a return though. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton (calf) originally had a chance to make his season debut but was downgraded to out against the Cleveland Cavaliers. At one point he was even upgraded to probably, but the team is going to play it safe with him. This means he'll probably make an appearance in their next game on Friday against the Philadelphia 76ers. Jordan Nwora will likely see added minutes since there are six players missing from the Bucks' lineup. |
Friday, November 11
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) remains out for Friday's game in San Antonio. The multi-time MVP didn't play on Wednesday due to knee soreness, so his next chance to get back on the floor will come on Monday against Atlanta. Jrue Holiday (ankle), Khris Middleton (wrist), and Pat Connaughton are also out for this one. As a result, Jevon Carter, who had 36 points versus OKC, will be a popular streaming option for fantasy managers. Bobby Portis, Brook Lopez, Grayson Allen, and MarJon Beauchamp may also see an uptick in production. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (ankle) won't play against the Spurs. Holiday and Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) didn't suit up on Wednesday versus OKC, opening the door for Jevon Carter to finish with a team-high 36 points. Carter should be a popular fantasy option on Friday night, as he is expected to continue to benefit offensively without Holiday and Antetokounmpo in the lineup. Grayson Allen, Brook Lopez, Bobby Portis, and MarJon Beauchamp should also be able to produce above-average numbers. |
Wednesday, November 09
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (ankle) is listed as doubtful to play Wednesday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Holiday is coming off a sloppy performance with eight turnovers on Monday, but was able to play 29 minutes. Holiday likely suffered the injury at some point during the game and it swelled up afterwards. With Holiday likely out, George Hill and Wesley Matthews would see increased minutes. Both can be viewed as three-point streamers, but they offer little upside outside of threes. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Thunder. The two-time MVP is dealing with a sore left knee and is sitting out for a second time in three games. The Bucks used Bobby Portis as a starter in his absence last week when Giannis also sat out a meeting with Oklahoma City, and he ended up having a monster game with a career-high 21 rebounds. Portis should be a very attractive piece for fantasy managers again Wednesday. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks point guard Jrue Holiday (ankle) won't take the court against OKC Wednesday. He was already a doubt for the game with a right ankle sprain and the team has now made his absence official. Holiday is a big piece for Milwaukee at both ends of the court and has averaged 19.8 points this season with 5.7 rebounds, 7.9 assists and 1.5 steals. George Hill looks set to join the starting unit in Holiday's absence, while Jevon Carter is set for a much larger role as well. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) also sitting, there will be a lot of value options for DFS managers on the Bucks squad Wednesday. |
Wednesday, November 02
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton (calf) won't suit up on Wednesday against Detroit. The 29-year-old hasn't played a game this season while working his way back from a right calf strain. Connaughton could be back within the next week or so. However, until he returns, Jevon Carter and Wesley Matthews will both continue to get extra work. Still, neither will offer anything beneficial to fantasy managers. |
Tuesday, November 01
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Grayson Allen (knee) went to the locker room and is questionable to return Monday against the Detroit Pistons. Allen appeared to bang knees with Pistons forward Bojan Bogdanovic on a drive and the injury is being labeled as a left knee contusion. If Allen misses any time, the shorthanded Bucks will likely turn to Wesley Matthews or Jordan Nwora. The Bucks could also choose to switch up the rotation and go big with Bobby Portis at times. |
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (wrist) is taking another step in his rehab and getting back to practice. For now, he's going to practice with the Wisconsin Herd, the Bucks' G League affiliate. We're still at least a couple of weeks away from seeing Middleton suit up, but this is promising news for any fantasy managers that have him occupying an IR spot. When he returns, he's sure to be a top-50 fantasy player, but maybe taking a few more rest days so the team can protect him until the playoffs. |
Wednesday, October 26
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton (calf) won't play on Wednesday against the Brooklyn Nets. He's dealing with a calf strain, an injury that's expected to keep him out a few more weeks. The Bucks are also still waiting on the season debuts of Joe Ingles (knee) and Khris Middleton (wrist), so the team will be down some capable shooters. In the meantime, Jevon Carter, George Hill, and Jordan Nwora should continue to see additional minutes. However, none of them are reliable fantasy options. |
Monday, October 17
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (wrist) is now expected to miss the first few weeks of the season. He's still rehabbing from his offseason wrist surgery. The Bucks missed his production dearly last postseason. In 66 games last year, he averaged 20.1 points, 5.4 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 1.2 steals per game on 44.3% from the floor and 37.3% from deep. This news isn't too shocking, as he was expected to miss at least the first week. Fantasy managers should hang on to Middleton until he comes back, because he's going to give a lot of value once he returns to his second-option role alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo. |
Friday, September 09
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) exited the EuroBasket matchup against Estonia. The multi-time MVP tweaked his ankle, forcing him to exit the game in the third quarter. Nevertheless, Greece head coach Dimitris Itoudis wasn't concerned, indicating Antetokounmpo received ice and treatment. However, fantasy managers should take notice, primarily since the 27-year-old has also dealt with back and knee injuries this summer. With that said, none of Antetokounmpo's ailments are considered severe, so his fantasy outlook shouldn't be impacted heading into the 2022-23 campaign. |
