Giannis Cleared to Play vs. Hornets as Bucks Get Major Boost Tonight
Back on their home floor and searching for momentum, the Milwaukee Bucks get a timely lift tonight as Giannis Antetokounmpo is cleared to play against the Charlotte Hornets. After a heartbreaking one-point loss in Washington, Milwaukee leans on its superstar to help stabilize a season that has been uneven and injury-affected.
Giannis is not listed on the injury report and is expected to be available after delivering a dominant performance in the previous game, when he posted a big scoring and rebounding night despite the loss. His presence is critical for a Bucks team that continues to rely heavily on his impact at both ends of the floor. Tonight marks the fourth and final meeting between these teams this season, with Milwaukee holding a narrow edge in the series.
Even with Giannis ready to go, the Bucks aren’t fully healthy. Taurean Prince recently underwent surgery to address a neck issue and will be sidelined for an extended period. His absence reduces Milwaukee’s depth on the wing and forces the coaching staff to spread minutes more carefully among the remaining rotation players.
Charlotte arrives in Milwaukee dealing with even more health concerns. Several key contributors are either ruled out or uncertain to play, limiting lineup flexibility and creating matchup challenges. With multiple frontcourt and wing options unavailable, the Hornets will need strong execution and efficient scoring to stay competitive.
Given the injuries on both sides, the game sets up as a test of adjustments and endurance. Milwaukee will look to use Giannis’ availability to control the tempo and reassert confidence at home, while Charlotte must compensate for its absences through ball movement and opportunistic defense. The outcome may hinge on whether the Bucks can convert their star power into a steady performance — and whether the Hornets can overcome their depleted roster to keep pace deep into the game.
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