Giannis Antetokounmpo

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Giannis Antetokounmpo breaks Bucks' career assists record, exits ... (NBA.com)

The two-time Kia MVP came in needing two assists to break Paul Pressey's record of 3272.

He also is the Bucks’ career leader in blocks, triple-doubles, free throws made, free throws attempted and minutes. He jammed his wrist when he reached out — perhaps to soften the blow — as he crashed into the padded stanchion. I’m so happy for him.” He continued to flex his hand and got subbed out a few seconds later before heading to the locker room. A sprained wrist in the early going ended his night. The Bucks were never seriously threatened.

Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo exits game vs. Bulls early with ... (The Athletic)

Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo sprained his right wrist midway through Milwaukee's game against the Bulls.

Throughout his career, Antetokounmpo has managed to avoid major injuries and recovered quickly in the rare moments where he has appeared to suffer a serious injury. 24, but Antetokounmpo is obviously scheduled to play in his seventh All-Star Game this Sunday. There is no way to know how much time Antetokounmpo will miss at this point.

Giannis Antetokounmpo injures wrist, sets Bucks assists record in ... (USA TODAY)

Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered a wrist injury - described as a sprain - during the Bucks' victory over the Bulls.

Antetokounmpo exited the game with three assists, giving him 3,274 for his career to date. He immediately grabbed his hand in obvious pain, though he did get up and stayed in the game to finish out the possession. He continued to flex his hand and was subbed out. The longest in the Mike Budenholzer era is 18, set in 2019. He put out his right hand to prevent a full collision with the object but it appeared like his hand got caught in the padding around it. CHICAGO – The Milwaukee Bucks matched the longest winning streak of the regular season this year in the NBA by winning their 12th straight, 112-100 over Chicago on Thursday night.

NBA roundup: Bucks overcome Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury (News-Daily.com)

Kawhi Leonard added 16 points after not scoring in the first half, while Ivica Zubac scored 13 points and pulled down 12 rebounds as the Clippers won for the ...

How long is Giannis Antetokounmpo out? Wrist injury timeline ... (Sporting News)

The Sporting News has you covered with the latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo's injury and what it means moving forward.

vs. - 32.6 minutes per game It is unclear whether or not the injury will cause Antetokounmpo to miss significant time. Early in the second quarter of Milwaukee's meeting with the Bulls, Antetokounmpo collided into the stanchion after attempting to block a shot. - 2.9 turnovers per game With the Bucks in search of their 12th-consecutive win, Antetokounmpo exited early with an apparent wrist injury. - 1.1 steals per game - 1.3 blocks per game - 4.7 assists per game - 9.6 rebounds per game - 22.5 points per game

Giannis Antetokounmpo's Injury Status In Bucks-Bulls Game (Sports Illustrated)

During the game, their best player Giannis Antetokounmpo got injured, and the team announced that he would not return for the remainder of the night. Bucks: " ...