Report: No Structural Damage to Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Knee

After a full day of waiting for some, any bit of news about Giannis Antetokounmpo’s knee, Milwaukee Bucks fans finally have some semblance of clarity about his situation, courtesy of Woj and Zach Lowe:

Obviously, the most important part of the report is “no structural damage.” His awkward fall had all of us fearing the absolute worst when he crumpled to the ground grasping at his knee in pain. I don’t even want to consider what the long-term implications that an injury of that nature would’ve been, but for now, it appears we won’t have to traverse down the darkest timeline.

As for what this means for the rest of the Eastern Conference Finals, well, if you’re anything like me, that’s the furthest thing from your mind. And while there’s a bit more information about Giannis now, we still have no clue about the extent of his injury and when he may return. Knowing him, he’ll be fighting to play in Game Five already, but the franchise will obviously be taking the utmost caution with their superstar. I’d be surprised to see a scenario where he returns at all these Playoffs.

Still, as I’ve said, the result of this series pales in comparison to the amount of relief we all hopefully feel today. Phew folks. PHEW.

UPDATE

The Milwaukee Bucks have confirmed the report and list Giannis as “doubtful” for Game 5 with a hyperextended knee. Doubtful has never sounded so sweet.