Milwaukee Bucks to Face Phoenix Suns Without Giannis Antetokounmpo
The Milwaukee Bucks will be without their superstar forward Giannis Antetokounmpo when they host the Phoenix Suns on March 10, 2026. The team has officially ruled him out due to ongoing management of a right calf injury, marking his second consecutive absence after missing the previous game against the Orlando Magic.
Giannis Antetokounmpo's Injury Timeline and Current Status
Giannis Antetokounmpo has been battling a right calf strain for much of the 2025-26 NBA season. This injury previously sidelined him for 15 consecutive games before he made his return to the lineup around March 2. Since coming back, the Bucks have implemented strict minutes restrictions, with Antetokounmpo logging fewer than 28 minutes in three of the team's last four games.
The decision to rest him against Orlando was a precautionary measure to prevent aggravating the injury. In his absence, Milwaukee struggled significantly, losing 130-91. The starters combined for only 34 points in that game, highlighting his critical importance to the team's offensive production.
Currently listed as day-to-day, Antetokounmpo will not be available for the Suns matchup. The Bucks are exercising extreme caution as the season enters its final stretch, prioritizing his long-term health over immediate gains.
Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report for Suns Matchup
Beyond Antetokounmpo, the Bucks are monitoring several other players ahead of the game. Kyle Kuzma is listed as day-to-day with a thoracic spine contusion, while Kevin Porter Jr. remains out with a knee injury. Cormac Ryan is a game-time decision with an undisclosed issue.
In the loss to Orlando, the Bucks relied heavily on bench scoring. Bobby Portis led the team with 18 points, and Cam Thomas contributed 17 points, but the overall performance underscored the team's dependence on their star player.
Phoenix Suns Injury Report and Recent Form
The Phoenix Suns arrive in Milwaukee riding a two-game winning streak, including a 111-99 victory over the Charlotte Hornets in their last outing. Devin Booker continues to lead the team with averages of 24.9 points and 6.1 assists per game. In the win over Charlotte, Collin Gillespie and Jalen Green both scored 24 points each.
However, the Suns also face injury concerns as they embark on a six-game road trip. Dillon Brooks is out with a broken hand expected to sideline him for 4–6 weeks, Mark Williams is out with a foot injury, and both Jordan Goodwin and Grayson Allen are day-to-day with calf and knee issues respectively.
What This Game Means for Both Teams
For the Milwaukee Bucks, every game is crucial as they fight to stay in the play-in race. With a 27-36 record, they currently sit 11th in the Eastern Conference, four games behind the final play-in spot with only 19 games remaining in the season. Without Antetokounmpo, Milwaukee enters this contest as a 1.5-point underdog at home, despite having the home-court advantage.
The Phoenix Suns, holding a 37-27 record, are looking to strengthen their position in the competitive Western Conference standings. They will rely heavily on Devin Booker's scoring prowess as they continue their challenging road trip.
The game is scheduled to tip off at 8 p.m. ET at Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee. This will be the first of two regular-season meetings between these teams during the 2025-26 campaign.
