Injury Report: Giannis Antetokounmpo's Updated Status for Warriors vs. Bucks

The Golden State Warriors are set to host the Milwaukee Bucks Saturday night, but the 2021 Finals MVP will not be in action. The Bucks announced on Saturday afternoon that Giannis Antetokounmpo would not play against the Warriors, as he is dealing with hand soreness.

Antetokounmpo had been listed as questionable, but now been ruled out around five hours before tip-off. This is a major disappointment, as the NBA has several marquee matchups today that are missing key stars.

For the Warriors, this is a golden opportunity to snap their three-game skid. The team has yet to pick up a win since Steph Curry returned from injury, and will now be back at home where they have been dominant all season. Against a Bucks team that is missing Giannis Antetokounmpo, there is no excuse for the Warriors to not handle business and get back in the win column.

Looking to stay out of the play-in tournament, the Warriors need every win they can get. The team is currently tied with the Dallas Mavericks for the 6th seed, and a half-game behind the LA Clippers for 5th. A top-5 finish feels like the best-case scenario for Golden State at this point, with a play-in finish being what they hope to avoid.

Games like these are very important for the Warriors, and they must find a way to get back on track.

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