Green will enter the starting five in Tuesday's game against the Raptors.
Andre Jackson will retreat to the bench with Green starting for just the second time in his three-year career. The sharpshooter has been red-hot from beyond the arc this season, during which he has averaged 7.9 points while shooting 60.5 percent from outside. Green has carved out a significant role off the bench thus far, and he has yet to attempt a shot inside the three-point line through nine regular-season appearances.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Efficient from outside in defeat
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Green finished Sunday's 113-107 loss to the Celtics with 12 points (4-6 FG, 4-6 3Pt), three rebounds and three steals across 27 minutes.
Green has carved out a significant role on the Bucks' bench due to his abilities as a three-point specialist, and he has shot 18-for-27 across the club's last four regular-season games. The sharpshooter tied Damian Lillard for the team high in steals, and Green also led Milwaukee in threes. Green has seen an uptick in playing time during his last four outings, during which he has averaged 13.5 points, 2.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals across 26.0 minutes per game.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Impresses in loss Monday
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Green contributed 21 points (7-9 FG, 7-9 3Pt), six rebounds and one assist in 34 minutes during Monday's 116-114 loss to the Cavaliers.
After receiving a DNP in Saturday's loss to Cleveland, Green exploded for the second-highest point total of his career in Monday's rematch. The sharpshooter has struggled to carve out a consistent role with Andre Jackson receiving significant playing time off the bench. However, the second unit has struggled with production, especially from beyond the arc, and Green's performance from outside Monday bodes well for his role moving forward. However, Green's elevated usage was likely directly correlated to Giannis Antetokounmpo (hip) missing his first game of the season.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Available Sunday
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Green (toe) is available for Sunday's game against the Nets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Green has been dealing with a sprained left toe, though he is expected to play Sunday. The sharpshooter played 11 minutes in Friday's loss to the Bulls, during which he scored nine points while shooting 3-for-4 from downtown.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Probable to face Brooklyn
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Green is probable for Sunday's game against the Nets due to a right toe sprain.
It's unclear when Green picked up the injury, but the probable tag suggests he should be available Sunday. He's averaged just 7.5 minutes per game over his first two appearances this season, so he shouldn't play a big role in the rotation even if available.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Takes on increased role in Game 4
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Green tallied eight points (3-7 FG, 2-6 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in 21 minutes off the bench Sunday in the Bucks' 126-113 loss to the Pacers in Game 4 of the series.
After missing the final two games of the regular season with a left ankle sprain, Green was fully cleared ahead of the Bucks' first-round playoff matchup and has been included in the rotation in each of the first four contests of the series. He received his biggest workload yet Sunday, as the Bucks opened up more minutes in the backcourt for Green, Malik Beasley and Andre Jackson while Damian Lillard (Achilles) joined Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) in street clothes and Bobby Portis was ejected in the first quarter. Lillard's status for Tuesday's Game 5 has yet to be determined, so Green could be in store for another 20-plus-minute role if Lillard is sidelined once again.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Doesn't appear on injury report
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Green (ankle) is not in the official injury report for Sunday's game against the Pacers.
Green didn't play in Milwaukee's final two games of the regular season due to an ankle injury, but he seems to have recovered enough to feature in the playoff opener Sunday. Green averaged 15.2 minutes per game over his final 14 regular-season appearances.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Ruled out for regular season
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Green (ankle), who has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Thunder, will remain sidelined for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Magic.
Green suffered a left ankle sprain during Wednesday's 117-99 win over Orlando, and he underwent an MRI on Thursday that confirmed his diagnosis. The 24-year-old will miss the remainder of the regular season, but he'll receive daily treatment and evaluation as the Bucks prepare for the postseason.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Sprains ankle, won't return
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Green was ruled out for the remainder of Wednesday's 117-99 win over Orlando with a left ankle sprain. He finished the game with two points (0-3 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and one steal across 16 minutes.
The injury explains why Green went unused for the second half of Wednesday's win. The second-year guard has been a key piece for Milwaukee off the bench during the second half of the season, so with a playoff spot clinched, the Bucks could be extra cautious with Green over the final two games of the regular season. Milwaukee returns to action Friday in Oklahoma City.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Practices Monday
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Coach Doc Rivers said Green (illness) practiced Monday, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Green missed Sunday's loss to Oklahoma City due to an illness but is trending in the right direction ahead of Thursday's matchup in New Orleans. Over his last five appearances, the sharpshooter has made 10 three-pointers, though eight of those came in just two games.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Won't play Sunday
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Green (illness) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Oklahoma City, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Green was questionable for Sunday's matchup due to an illness, and he'll be unable to suit up. His next chance to play will be Tuesday against the Lakers, while Pat Connaughton and Patrick Beverley could see a few additional minutes of playing time Sunday.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Dealing with illness
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Green is questionable for Sunday's game against Oklahoma City due to an illness.
Green hadn't been included on the Bucks' initial injury reports for Sunday's game, so the illness may be something that surfaced overnight. The second-year guard has gained traction in head coach Doc Rivers' rotation of late, appearing in each of the last five games while averaging 16.4 minutes per contest. However, the Bucks were without one of Khris Middleton (ankle) or Giannis Antetokounmpo (hamstring) for each of the last three contests, but both are expected to play Sunday. If Green is able to overcome his illness ahead of the 7 p.m. ET tipoff, he could move into a smaller role anyway.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Nursing ankle issue
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Green is probable for Tuesday's game against the Kings due to a left ankle sprain.
Green hasn't logged any playing time in Milwaukee's last two contests, so he's unlikely to see much action if he's ultimately cleared. The team should have a better idea of his availability closer to tipoff.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Good to go Thursday
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Green (nose) isn't on the injury report for Thursday's game versus the Spurs.
Green will suit up Thursday after missing Wednesday's contest with a nasal fracture. However, the 24-year-old guard is unlikely to receive significant playing time.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Fails to score in one minute
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Green finished with no counting stats in one minute during Wednesday's 140-126 victory over the Pacers.
Green was in the rotation Wednesday, seeing action for the fifth straight game. Unfortunately, he managed just one minute of playing time, continuing his underwhelming season. Currently sitting well outside the top 350 in standard leagues, Green holds minimal fantasy value.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Practices Monday
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Green (calf) participated in Monday's practice session, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Green was unavailable for Sunday's preseason matchup against Chicago due to a right calf strain, but it's encouraging that he was back at practice a day later. His status for Tuesday's preseason game against the Grizzlies isn't yet clear.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Dealing with calf strain
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Green won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Bulls due to a right calf strain, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
It's unclear when Green suffered the injury, but he won't be available for Sunday's preseason opener. It's a missed opportunity for a significant chunk of playing time, with Damian Lillard (rest), Cameron Payne (rest) and Khris Middleton (knee) sitting out.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Out Friday
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Green won't play in Friday's Summer League game against the Nuggets due to an undisclosed reason, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Lindell Wigginton (undisclosed) will also be unavailable, but it's possible both players are simply resting the first half of a back-to-back set and will play Saturday against the Suns in Las Vegas. Green starred for the Wisconsin Herd in the G League last year, and if he's available, he should garner a sizable role for Milwaukee's Summer League squad.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Staying in Milwaukee
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Green agreed to a multi-year contract with the Bucks on Thursday, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.
While the terms of the contract are yet to be announced, the first year of Green's deal is reportedly fully guaranteed. As an undrafted rookie on a two-way contract in 2022-23, Green averaged 4.4 points and 1.3 rebounds in 9.9 minutes across 35 games. Despite being upgraded to the 15-man roster ahead of the 2023-24 season, Green will likely continue to hold a depth role for the Bucks and may not be guaranteed a regular rotation spot.
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Bucks' AJ Green: Out for remainder of game
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Green won't return to Friday's game versus the Grizzlies due to right foot soreness.
Green tallied six points, two rebounds and two assists in 15 minutes before leaving Friday's game. Jevon Carter and Thanasis Antetokounmpo will likely receive extended minutes in his absence.
