Bucks Battling Injuries, Drop Overtime Thriller to Pacers - Antetokounmpo's Return Still Uncertain

Injuries are proving to be a major challenge for the Milwaukee Bucks as they face a 2-1 deficit against the Indiana Pacers in their first-round series. The Bucks have been without their star player, Giannis Antetokounmpo, who is sidelined with a calf strain, while Khris Middleton and Damian Lillard are battling through various injuries. Middleton, listed as questionable, managed to score an impressive 42 points in a hard-fought Game 3 that went into overtime. Lillard, despite aggravating his Achilles injury, persevered on the court providing support to Middleton, who came through with clutch 3-pointers.

Despite the setbacks, the Bucks are not rushing Antetokounmpo's return as he continues to recover from his calf injury. Coach Doc Rivers emphasized the team's approach of not risking players' health by pushing them back prematurely. With Game 4 looming on the horizon, Milwaukee faces the task of regrouping and finding ways to overcome their injury woes to even the series and set the stage for a fierce battle in the playoffs. The resilience and determination of the Bucks will be put to the test as they strive to turn the tide in a series fraught with challenges and uncertainties.