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By Jeremy Hanna
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The Milwaukee Bucks' upcoming game against the Los Angeles Lakers is going to be crucial in cementing their place in the NBA playoffs. Now, it looks like they could be missing one of their best players.
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According to the official NBA injury report, guard Damian Lillard has officially been downgraded to questionable heading into tonight's match up with right soleus soreness. This comes after saying he was probable the day before.
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Lillard is an integral part of the Bucks' offense. This season, he has averaged 24.9 points, 7.1 assists, 4.7 total rebounds, and 1.2 steals per game. He was named an NBA All-Star for the ninth time due to his excellent play.
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Lillard is just one of many Bucks players who could be missing this game. Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo and guard Gary Trent Jr. are listed as probable with Patella Tendinopathy.
Meanwhile, multiple players have been designated as out for the game. Jericho Sims is out with a right thumb sprain while Bobby Portis Jr. was suspended for violating the NBA's anti-drug program.
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While this is certainly detrimental for the Bucks, it's nothing compared to what's happening with the Lakers. Almost the entire starting lineup has been designated as out for tonight's game.
LeBron James is out with a left groin strain, Luka Doncic is out with a right ankle sprain, Austin Reaves is out with a right ankle sprain, and Rui Hachimura is out with left patellar tendinopathy.
Additionally, Dorian Finney-Smith and Jarred Vanderbilt are doubtful with a left ankle injury and right groin strain respectively.
This means that the Lakers' roster is down to Dalton Knecht, Jordan Goodwin, Gabe Vincent, Markieff Morris, Jaxson Hates, Shake Milton, Bronny James, Trey Jemison, Christian Koloko, Alex Len, and Cam Reddish.
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Needless to say, what looked like an exciting matchup on paper has turned into a bit of a break for both teams.
The Lakers are sitting out all of their most dynamic players while the Bucks will have a chance to get a much-needed victory, assuming Antetokounmpo is able to play and give a dominant performance.
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