Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks will be sidelined for the second consecutive game as they face off against the Boston Celtics, who currently hold the top spot in the NBA standings. The Bucks announced that the two-time MVP will be out due to a left hamstring issue, a condition that also kept him out of their recent victory against the Phoenix Suns.
Antetokounmpo has missed a total of five games this season, with the Bucks managing a 3-1 record in his absence. Despite his absence, the 29-year-old star continues to showcase his dominance on the court, ranking third in scoring, sixth in rebounding, and 15th in assists across the league this season.
This game marks the third meeting between the Celtics and Bucks this season. The Celtics secured a narrow 119-116 victory in Boston back in November, while the Bucks responded with a convincing 135-102 win on their home court in January. The two teams are set to clash once again on April 9 in Milwaukee.
Heading into this matchup, the Celtics hold a commanding 10-game lead over the Bucks in the Eastern Conference standings, highlighting their strong performance this season. With Antetokounmpo sidelined, both teams will look to make the most of this opportunity to showcase their depth and talent on the court.
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