Giannis Antetokounmpo says he 'tried my best' to get back on the floor for the Bucks' first-round playoff loss to the Pacers but acknowledged he 'wasn't even close' to playing.
for the playoffs that he was"not close" to returning from his strained left calf, adding that he could run at about 30-40%.
This was the second consecutive postseason where Antetokounmpo has missed games with an injury, after a back issue sidelined him for multiple games of the 2023 playoffs. It left Antetokounmpo to consider whether he needs to change his approach heading into next season. One potential factor in Antetokounmpo's summer schedule is the Paris Olympics. Antetokounmpo has previously expressed interest in playing in the Olympics but has not confirmed he would play. Greece also still has to earn a spot in the Games in a July qualification tournament.
Still, the Bucks fell in the first round for the second consecutive season. Despite the early exit, Antetokounmpo said he felt confident going forward about the Bucks' ability to contend.
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