The Milwaukee Bucks host the Charlotte Hornets on Friday in an NBA Cup group-stage rematch, coming just two days after Charlotte’s surprising 111-100 win. Milwaukee sits at 7-5 through 12 games, a sign the team is still searching for lineup stability. So now, this quick rematch at Fiserv Forum gives the Bucks an immediate chance for revenge, with the status of their superstar being the central focus heading into the game.

Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight against the Hornets?

The Milwaukee Bucks have listed the two-time MVP as probable on their official injury report due to left knee patellar tendinopathy. This is the same knee issue that caused him to miss Wednesday’s loss to the Hornets, but he is expected to suit up tonight.

The Bucks’ medical staff has been managing his workl

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