Bucks’ Resurgence: Green and Jackson Spark Defensive Turnaround as Middleton and Rookies Sit Out

The Milwaukee Bucks have released their latest injury report, with Giannis Antetokounmpo listed as probable for their next matchup, alongside MarJon Beauchamp, who is dealing with left hamstring tendinopathy.

Meanwhile, a few players will be unavailable. Khris Middleton, who recently underwent bilateral ankle surgery, has been medically cleared but will not be playing. Two-way player Liam Robbins and rookies AJ Johnson, Chris Livingston, and Tyler Smith are all currently assigned to the G-League.

Despite Middleton’s absence, the Bucks have managed to find their rhythm, showing significant improvement after a rough 2-8 start to the season. Over their last eight games, the team has turned things around, showing both offensive and defensive strides.

A major factor in this resurgence has been the unexpected contributions from AJ Green and Andre Jackson Jr.Both players have stepped up as defensive catalysts, helping to fill the void that was left earlier in the season when the Bucks struggled defensively. Green and Jackson’s hustle and intensity have injected energy into the squad, leading to better overall team defense and providing much-needed balance to their gameplay.

With Antetokounmpo still in the lineup and players like Green and Jackson emerging, the Bucks appear to be regaining the form that has made them a contender in recent years, despite a challenging start to the campaign.