Tue Oct 22 12:40:00 UTC 2024: – Khris Middleton will miss the Milwaukee Bucks’ season opener against the Philadelphia 76ers.
– He had ankle surgeries during the offseason, specifically arthroscopic clean-ups.
– Bucks coach Doc Rivers described Middleton’s status as “day-to-day” and expressed concern as each day passes without him practicing.
– Middleton, 33, has had a history of injuries, playing only 55 games in the 2023-24 season and a total of 88 regular-season games over the past two seasons.
– He has not played more than 70 games in a season since 2018-19 due to various injuries.
– Middleton averaged 15.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 5.3 assists last season, highlighting his significance to the team.
– Rivers remains hopeful that Middleton will return soon and emphasizes a cautious approach to his recovery, indicating it won’t negatively impact the entire season if he misses the opener.
Khris Middleton will reportedly miss Bucks’ season opener against 76ers
Khris Middleton will reportedly miss Bucks' season opener against 76ers