Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo final injury update for Suns showdown

Giannis Antetokounmpo’s injury status vs. Suns

Tendinopathy is a condition that comes from overusing a particular area of the body. The tendon gets strained to the point where it starts to tear. Antetokounmpo has had issues with his hamstring off and on all season, and Bucks fans are surely hoping the injury isn’t too serious.

Milwaukee needs their leader in order to make a push toward the Eastern Conference playoffs. The Bucks are 43-24 on the season, heading into Sunday’s game against the Suns. Phoenix is one of the strongest teams in the West and looking for a victory. The Bucks are dealing with several injuries, as Malik Beasley and MarJon Beauchamp are questionable against the Suns. Chris Livingston is out.

Antetokounmpo is averaging nearly 31 points a game for the Bucks, leading the team. He’s also the team’s leading rebounder and steals leader. He is simply the heart and soul for the team, which has won two of the last three games. Antetokounmpo has scored at least 30 points the team’s last four games.

The Bucks and Suns tip off Sunday at 1:00 Eastern. The Suns are 39-28 heading into the game.