Kofi Inkoom
The Milwaukee Bucks, riding high on a five-game winning streak, gear up for a significant showdown against the Boston Celtics in what stands as their most crucial match of the 2023-24 NBA season to date, scheduled for Wednesday night.
Damian Lillard’s name surfaces on the injury report with an oblique strain, seemingly acquired in the recent victory over the Washington Wizards.
Initially labeled as “probable,” he has now been elevated to the status of “available.” The Bucks, reliant on Lillard’s optimal performance, will closely monitor the impact of this strain on his game.
MarJon Beauchamp, absent in the past few games due to an ankle sprain, is also marked as “available.”
His return to the lineup could significantly bolster the Bucks, especially with his defensive prowess and length against the Celtics’ wing-heavy lineup.
Chris Livingston, sidelined due to an ankle sprain, is also set to make a comeback tonight.
Jae Crowder, undergoing a procedure and expected to be sidelined for weeks, is officially listed as “out,” along with Milwaukee’s three two-way players. These absences come as no major surprise.
Shifting focus to the Celtics, Jayson Tatum finds a spot on the injury report due to illness, rendering his status as questionable. The potential absence of Tatum would undoubtedly deal a substantial blow to Boston.
The outcome of whether he will take the court remains uncertain, adding a layer of intrigue to this star-studded matchup, even if Tatum is sidelined, the Celtics’ roster remains packed with prominent names.