Giannis Antetokounmpo Returns to Milwaukee Bucks Practice After COVID-19 Recovery
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Milwaukee Bucks superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo participated in his first practice session of the season on Saturday, following a delay caused by recovery from a COVID-19 infection contracted while in his native Greece. While he is still working his way back to full strength, both Antetokounmpo and coach Doc Rivers expressed optimism about his readiness for the start of the regular season.
delayed Start to training Camp
Antetokounmpo missed the initial days of the Bucks’ training camp as he recovered from COVID-19. He arrived in Miami on Friday, where the team is holding training camp at the International University of Florida before their first preseason game against the Miami Heat on monday. The Bucks held a press day on Monday, October 2nd, with Antetokounmpo participating remotely, and began preseason play in Milwaukee on Tuesday before traveling to Miami on Thursday. Gradual Return to Full Participation
During Saturday’s practice, Antetokounmpo was limited to non-contact drills. “He participated only in workless jobs,” rivers stated. Antetokounmpo himself acknowledged he isn’t yet at 100%, saying, “I think I was invoiced. I still don’t feel one hundred percent physically…I’m just taking it day by day, putting myself in shape.” He added that he was able to participate in some 5-on-0 drills and light running, and expects to improve daily. With approximately 18 days remaining before the start of the regular season, Antetokounmpo is confident he will be fully prepared. https://www.jsonline.com/story/sports/nba/bucks/2023/10/07/giannis-antetokounmpo-bucks-practice-covid-19-doc-rivers/70854941007/
Antetokounmpo’s Impressive Career
Entering his 13th season, all with the Milwaukee Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo remains one of the NBA’s most dominant players. He has been named a nine-time All-Star, won an NBA championship in 2021, earned two MVP awards (2019, 2020), and was named NBA Finals MVP in 2021. Notably, Antetokounmpo is one of only two players in the league to have averaged at least 30 points per game in each of the last three seasons, alongside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder. https://www.nba.com/player/203939/giannis-antetokounmpo
Key Takeaways:
* Giannis Antetokounmpo has returned to Milwaukee Bucks practice after recovering from COVID-19.
* He is currently participating in non-contact drills and is gradually increasing his workload.
* Both Antetokounmpo and coach Doc Rivers are optimistic about his readiness for the start of the regular season.
* Antetokounmpo remains one of the NBA’s most decorated and impactful players.
The Bucks will be looking to build on their recent success with a healthy and motivated Antetokounmpo leading the charge. His return to practice is a positive sign for the team as thay prepare for the upcoming season and aim for another championship run.
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