Giannis, knee, out for Warriors visit to Milwaukee

• Jamal CollierOct 30, 2025, 11:31 PM

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MILWAUKEE — Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo will not play in Thursday’s game against the Golden State Warriors.

Antetokounmpo had been listed as probable on the team’s injury report with left knee soreness throughout the day, but he was a late scratch about an hour before tipoff.

This is the first game Antetokounmpo will miss in the 2025-26 season.

The Bucks are 3-1 after their first four games. Antetokounmpo is averaging 36.3 points, 14 rebounds and 7 assists on 69.5% shooting.