Damian Lillard: Why Milwaukee Bucks point guard unavailable for Monday's game vs Utah Jazz
Damian Lillard: Why Milwaukee Bucks point guard unavailable for Monday’s game vs Utah Jazz
NEW DELHI: Milwaukee Bucks point guard Damian Lillard will be absent from Monday’s game against the Utah Jazz due to personal reasons, according to an official announcement from the team.
This marks the third game this season that the seven-time All-Star will miss, adding to the Bucks’ challenges as they face tough competition.
Lillard, acquired by the Bucks from the Portland Trail Blazers before the commencement of the season, has been a significant presence on the court, contributing an average of 25.1 points, 6.9 assists, and 4.3 rebounds per game this season.
In addition to Lillard’s absence, the Bucks will also be without their backup point guard, Cameron Payne, who is currently under concussion protocol.
The double blow to the point guard position poses a challenge for the team as they aim to navigate through a competitive stretch of the season.
The Bucks have experienced a recent dip in form, losing three of their last four games, and the absence of key players further complicates their efforts to secure victories. Despite the setbacks, the team will look to regroup and find ways to overcome the challenges posed by the absence of Lillard and Payne.
(With Reuters inputs)
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