Bucks' Game 5 Triumph Hints at Giannis, Lillard Return for Pivotal Game 6
May 2, 2024![Bucks' Game 5 Triumph Hints at Giannis, Lillard Return for Pivotal Game 6](https://cdn.brief.news/images/stories/1cf5afd4b11bfbb00dbbb35cec42cfb797005a3d4cc186c91667cc796a2ad99996fc0474d02cd82b88099b61051f1f739d04337fafd37caf06ece90613605e4f.jpg)
The Milwaukee Bucks secured an unexpected Game 5 win over the Indiana Pacers, setting the stage for a potential comeback of stars Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard in Game 6.
Antetokounmpo and Lillard, both sidelined with minor Achilles injuries, are expected to participate in a workout on Wednesday, with coach Doc Rivers hopeful for their return.
The Pacers, relying heavily on Tyrese Haliburton's standout performance, face a pivotal Game 6 that could either extend the series or result in elimination.
The Bucks' victory in Game 5 was achieved despite the absence of their top scorers, casting doubts about the team's ability to clinch the series without Antetokounmpo and Lillard.
The upcoming Game 6 is critical for both teams and will determine whether the Pacers can force a Game 7 or if the Bucks advance, with the Pacers' season hanging in the balance.
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![Bobby Portis, Khris Middleton help Bucks stave off elimination - ESPN](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/9b57e1b962f83645ab94035ee75c56c746e0d745697fcee6e07c2f1fa1e45134415443fc9381a5f0bc34e0fa613df375345e0e5a3a4b4427e95b309177497f22.jpg)
ESPN • May 1, 2024
Bobby Portis, Khris Middleton help Bucks stave off elimination - ESPN![Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard ruled out of Game 5 - ESPN](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/7ff64aeddff2cbc111a7eaa430ba2b9001db07765a9df6d829a924ea7e25b82fbd9034979f33d8bfb6ef77dbff5a92bdc991d57c2969227247c19c8b0f3b1178.jpg)
ESPN • May 1, 2024
Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard ruled out of Game 5 - ESPN![Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf), Damian Lillard (Achilles) sit out Game 5 vs. Indiana](https://cdn.brief.news/images/links/575cb6141487d2aead9b02e64b4af9336ef5dafdabedd30ffaf87ad938a08beef33b10e95e78bf0d45e2cece40046ddf255c306831dbc9b962bd40d73683acfc.png)
NBA.com • May 1, 2024
Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf), Damian Lillard (Achilles) sit out Game 5 vs. Indiana