Lillard totaled 20 points (7-17 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds and 10 assists in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 122-106 victory over Chicago.
Lillard had a rough shooting display from beyond the arc, but the efficiency woes can be overlooked, as he still posted a double-double. The star floor general has two double-doubles this season, and both have come in his last two outings since returning from a three-game absence due to a concussion.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Delivers game winner in return
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Lillard (concussion) played 36 minutes and finished with 18 points (6-18 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 10 assists and four rebounds in Monday's 101-100 win over the Rockets.
Lillard was cleared to return to the Milwaukee lineup following a three-game absence while he was in concussion protocol. Though he was rusty from the field and came up empty from three-point range for the third time in 11 appearances on the season, Lillard came through in the clutch. With the clock winding down on the Bucks' final possession, Lillard weaved around multiple defenders and found an opening for the go-ahead layup with 3.2 seconds remaining. He also collected four of his 10 assists in the final quarter and committed just two turnovers on the night.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Good to go vs. Houston
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Lillard (concussion) will be available for Monday's game against the Rockets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Lillard will make his return Monday from a three-game absence while in the league's concussion protocol. His return to the lineup means that Delon Wright will retreat to the bench and see a reduction in playing time. Lillard has averaged 35.8 minutes per game through his first 10 appearances of the season.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Expected to return Monday
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Lillard (concussion) is probable for Monday's game against the Rockets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Lillard has missed three straight games due to a concussion but is expected to make his return Monday. He's played at least 32 minutes in each of his appearances this season but may face some limitations following a week off. Lillard has scored at least 30 points five times this season, but he also has four games with 21 or fewer points.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Won't play Saturday vs. Charlotte
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Lillard (concussion) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Hornets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Lillard will miss his third straight contest while going through the league's concussion protocols. With the superstar and Ryan Rollins (shoulder) ruled out, AJ Green (shoulder), Gary Trent and Pat Connaughton are candidates for an increased role Saturday.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Unlikely for Saturday vs. Hornets
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Coach Doc Rivers said Friday that Lillard (concussion) probably won't play in Saturday's game against the Hornets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
The superstar has missed the Bucks' last two games due to the league's concussion protocols, and he can be considered doubtful for Saturday's matchup until Milwaukee releases an official injury report. With AJ Green (shoulder) and Ryan Rollins (shoulder) unlikely to play, Gary Trent and Pat Connaughton are candidates for increased roles if Lillard is unable to suit up once again.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Out again Wednesday
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Lillard (concussion) will not play Wednesday against the Pistons, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Lillard will miss his second game in a row, which comes as little surprise after he first entered the league's concussion protocol Monday. With Lillard sidelined, AJ Green, Ryan Rollins (shoulder), Delon Wright and Pat Connaughton are all candidates to step into larger roles for the Bucks. After Wednesday's contest, the Bucks will have two days off before returning to action Saturday versus the Hornets.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Ruled out for Tuesday
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Lillard has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Raptors after entering the league's concussion protocol, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.
Lillard logged 36 minutes in Sunday's 113-107 loss to the Celtics, but he reportedly took a shot to the head near the end of the third quarter and was evaluated further Monday after experiencing headaches and dizziness, which resulted in the diagnosis of a concussion, per NBA reporter Chris Haynes. Lillard has a chance to be cleared in time for Wednesday's game against the Pistons, though he'd first need to pass through the league's concussion protocol. Look for AJ Green, Ryan Rollins and Pat Connaughton to pick up the slack until Lillard gets the green light to suit up.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Struggles from deep in loss
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Lillard chipped in 14 points (4-15 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six assists, four rebounds and three steals over 36 minutes during Sunday's 113-107 loss to Boston.
The All-Star tied Derrick White and Jayson Tatum for the game high in assists while tying AJ Green for the team high in steals, though Lillard struggled from beyond the arc in the loss. The sharpshooter has produced a fairly solid start to the season, during which he has averaged 26.0 points, 6.6 assists and 4.6 rebounds across 35.8 minutes per game while shooting 44.4 percent from the field in 10 regular-season appearances. However, he's shot only 5-for-23 from three-point range over his last three games. The 34-year-old has scored 30 or more points five times this season, and with the exception of a few poor outings, Lillard's scoring and volume remain top-tier.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Sizzles with 34 points
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Lillard ended Thursday's 123-100 victory over the Jazz with 34 points (12-22 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 6-7 FT), four rebounds, seven assists and four steals over 37 minutes.
Lillard led the way with Giannis Antetokounmpo back in the lineup as the Bucks sealed a decisive win against the Jazz. Lillard is in the midst of an excellent scoring streak, averaging 37.0 points, 7.7 assists, 3.3 rebounds and 1.3 steals over the past three games.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Team-high 36 points in loss
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Lillard supplied 36 points (11-22 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 9-9 FT), seven assists and two rebounds across 37 minutes during Monday's 116-114 loss to the Cavaliers.
With Giannis Antetokounmpo (thigh) absent Monday, Lillard exploded for his second-highest scoring mark on the season. The superstar point guard amassed 41 points in Saturday's loss to Cleveland, and he again failed to will the Bucks to a win Monday, despite a valiant effort. Alas, the club finds itself with a 1-6 record, and the Bucks will need the All-Star to continue shooting the rock at a high volume alongside a healthy Antetokounmpo if they are going to turn things around. Lillard has averaged 27.6 points, 6.7 assists and 4.6 rebounds while shooting 39.1 percent from downtown across 35.9 minutes per game in seven regular-season outings.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Explodes for 41 points vs. Cavs
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Lillard finished with 41 points (13-24 FG, 10-15 3Pt, 5-8 FT), four rebounds, nine assists and one block over 39 minutes during Saturday's 114-113 loss to Cleveland.
Lillard and Giannis Antetokounmpo combined for 75 of the Bucks' 113 points during Saturday's loss. Lillard entered the contest having gone just 3-for-21 from beyond the arc over his last three outings, but he connected on a season-high 10 three pointers, seven of which came in the first half. It wasn't enough to get the win, but Lillard and the Bucks will look to get their revenge against the Cavaliers during Monday's rematch.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Continues to struggle with shot
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Lillard produced four points (1-12 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, six assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Thursday's 122-99 loss to the Grizzlies.
Lillard's four-point outing Thursday tied a career low as he continues to struggle with his efficiency from the floor. Over his last three games, Lillard has shot just 32.5 percent from the field, including 3-for-21 from beyond the arc. Things won't get easier for Lillard and the Bucks as they head back to Milwaukee to play Cleveland on Saturday in the first leg of a home-and-home series.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Leads Milwaukee in loss
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Lillard accumulated 33 points (7-15 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 17-18 FT), seven rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one block across 36 minutes during Monday's 119-108 loss to Boston.
The superstar led the Bucks in scoring with Giannis Antetokounmpo (30) following close behind. However, Lillard struggled from three-point range once again, and he has shot only 6-for-27 from deep in the club's last three regular-season outings. The All-Star has posted 30-plus points in two of the Bucks' four matchups this year, though his shooting woes from beyond the arc are a cause for concern as Milwaukee falls to 1-3 on the season.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Struggles from deep vs. Nets
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Lillard ended Sunday's 115-102 loss to Brooklyn with 21 points (5-13 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 10-11 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 32 minutes.
Lillard was the Bucks' second-leading scorer Sunday behind Giannis Antetokounmpo (22), but the former struggled from deep as he missed all but one of his seven three-point attempts. Lillard has gone 10-for-31 from three over the first three games of the regular season, and over that span he is averaging 26.3 points, 6.0 assists and 5.7 rebounds over 35.3 minutes per game.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Struggles from deep Friday
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Lillard closed Friday's 133-122 loss to the Bulls with 28 points (11-21 FG, 3-12 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds and eight assists in 36 minutes.
Lillard made just three of his 12 shots from beyond the arc, but other than that, it was business as usual for the star floor general. It's only been two games, but Lillard seems more comfortable compared to the previous season, and that should only lead to good things for the Bucks. Even though Lillard will probably operate as the Bucks' second-best option on offense in most games, he should have enough upside to remain as one of the most productive guards across all formats.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Scores 30 in season opener
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Lillard ended with 30 points (9-19 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 6-7 FT), nine rebounds and six assists over 38 minutes during Wednesday's 124-109 victory over Philadelphia.
Lillard led Milwaukee in scoring ahead of Giannis Antetokounmpo, who finished with 25 points (8-11 FG, 9-16 FT), 14 rebounds and seven assists in the season opener. The star floor general is looking to bounce back from a subpar 2023-24 campaign. While one game is too much of a small sample size to draw any conclusions from, he might be playing with a chip on his shoulder while trying to keep the Bucks as a true contender in the Eastern Conference.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Starting Wednesday
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Lillard will start Wednesday's regular-season opener against the 76ers.
Lillard returns to the starting lineup after resting during the preseason finale. The All-Star point guard is looking for a bounce-back campaign after a down year, by his standards, during his first campaign in Milwaukee.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Good to go for Opening Night
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Lillard (rest) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the 76ers.
As expected, Lillard is good to go for the regular season after resting during the Bucks' preseason finale. By his standards, the veteran didn't have the best statistical season during his first year with the Bucks, but he still averaged 24.3 points and 7.0 assists across 35.3 minutes per game.
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Bucks' Damian Lillard: Sniffs double-double
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Lillard finished with 20 points (6-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 6-7 FT), five rebounds, nine assists, two steals and a block across 27 minutes in Monday's 111-107 preseason win over the Bulls.
Giannis Antetokounmpo stole the show with a double-double in just 23 minutes Monday. However, Lillard finished just one assist away from notching his own double-double, as the star floor general looks ready for the start of the regular season. The Bucks still have one more preseason contest left against the Mavericks on Thursday. Lillard is entering his second year with the Bucks after averaging 24.3 points, 7.0 assists and 4.4 rebounds per game in 2023-24.
