Giannis Antetokounmpo injury: MRI confirms intact Achilles, calf strain issue / News - Basketnews.com

Giannis Antetokounmpo's MRI confirms his left Achilles tendon is intact, but his return to play depends on the healing of a left calf strain.

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After an MRI, it's been confirmed that Giannis Antetokounmpo's left Achilles tendon is fully intact. His return to play hinges on how quickly his left calf strain heals, as reported by Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN.

Giannis Antetokounmpo

Team:Milwaukee BucksPosition:PFAge:29Height:211 cmWeight:98 kgBirth place:Athens, GreeceProfileNewsStatistics

The Milwaukee Bucks superstar left Tuesday's 104-91 win against the Boston Celtics in the third quarter due to a left calf injury. He was officially ruled out in the fourth quarter because of a left soleus (calf muscle) strain, according to the team.

Coach Doc Rivers confirmed after the game that Antetokounmpo underwent an MRI test on his calf and Achilles tendon.

Despite the injury, Giannis managed to contribute 15 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists before exiting the game.

Throughout the season, Antetokounmpo has been averaging 30.4 points, 11.5 rebounds, and 6.5 assists per game in 73 appearances for the Bucks.

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