Giannis Antetokounmpo

With Damian Lillard (calf) sidelined, Green will fill the void in the starting lineup. An effective perimeter shooter, the role change allows Green to do more regarding playmaking. Look for Delon Wright to play rotation minutes off the bench due to the lack of a true point guard.

Antetokounmpo and Middleton were initially probable for Friday's game, so the status upgrades were expected. With Damian Lillard (calf) sidelined, Giannis will have more room to assert himself offensively. As for Middleton, his role is unlikely to change much as the Bucks slowly bring him back from offseason surgery on both ankles.

Antetokounmpo (knee) is available for Friday's game against Cleveland, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Antetokounmpo is once again listed as probable on an initial injury report. He should play against the Cavaliers, but his status for Saturday's game against the struggling Wizards may be closer to questionable.

Antetokounmpo (knee) is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Cavaliers.