‘Demigod’ Giannis Antetokounmpo is injured before the 2024 NBA Playoffs

Milwaukee Bucks’ No. 1 star – Giannis Antetokounmpo was suddenly injured in the match against the Boston Celtics this morning (April 10) Vietnam time despite not colliding with anyone on the field.

While running up from home to prepare for a new attack, Giannis suddenly hugged his legs and sat down on the floor. Teammates of the “Demigod”, including his brother Thanasis Antetokounmpo and striker Brook Lopez, assisted him out of the playing area.

The Greek striker could not return in this match and was taken to have his injury checked immediately afterward. 

Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers personally revealed to the press that this is not a light injury.

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“Good question. (Level) C ao. But he’s Giannis. I think everyone feels the same way I do at the moment. We’re all hoping for the best.” , coach Duong Rivers shared in response to a question about the extent of Giannis Antetokounmpo’s injury.

'Demigod' Giannis Antetokounmpo injured before NBA Playoffs 2024 440370Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered a minor injury in the match between Milwaukee Bucks and Boston Celtics on the morning of April 10 Vietnam time (Photo: Getty)

The biggest star on the team was missing, but the huge point advantage in the previous rounds and the resilience of the remaining players in the final round helped the Milwaukee Bucks overcome the Boston Celtics with a score of 104-91. .

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Patrick Beverley was the most impressive player on the Bucks side with a double-double (20 points, 10 rebounds). Before leaving the field, Giannis had 15 points, 8 rebounds, 7 assists, 1 steal and 2 successful blocks.

This victory helps the Bucks break a series of 4 consecutive defeats, thereby giving them a slight mental advantage before the upcoming play-off round ; However, Giannis’ injury has brought certain worries to coach Doc Rivers’ team.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo is a particularly important player in the Milwaukee Bucks squad, a key factor in bringing this team to the NBA championship in the 2020-2021 season.

In the NBA playoffs last season, Giannis Antetokounmpo was injured in the first match of round 1 against the Miami Heat. That was one of the reasons why the Bucks were eliminated early, besides the brilliance of Jimmy Butler on the other side of the front line.