why is giannis not playing

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Giannis Antetokounmpo is out due to left knee soreness/injury, as he was listed probable earlier in the day but ruled out before tip-off for the Bucks’ game tonight. Context and likely details:

  • The knee issue appears tied to soreness from a strain suffered in Milwaukee’s prior game, with updates indicating ongoing concerns rather than a new major injury.
  • The Bucks have kept Giannis off the floor to manage pain and reduce risk, especially early in the season when load management is common for his workload.
  • Expect a short-term absence to be determined by routine checks, with a likely return window once soreness subsides and no new adverse symptoms appear.

If you want, I can look up the latest official Bucks injury update and the expected timetable based on the very latest reports.