Injury Status Update: Giannis Antetokounmpo is doubtful (hyperextended left knee) for Game 6.

Source: Milwaukee Bucks (Twitter)

ANALYSIS: Despite his absence, the Bucks had a firm grasp on Game 5 from start to finish against a Hawks squad that was missing their own star in Trae Young. Still, with the series shifting back to Atlanta for Game 6, Milwaukee may miss Antetokounmpo more than they appeared to on their home court.

Should Atlanta force a Game 7 Saturday night, there's a belief that Antetokounmpo would be allowed to play with a trip to the NBA Finals on the line, according to Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports.

There’s belief Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) would be given the green light for a potential Game 7 if Hawks avoid elimination in Game 6 on Saturday, league sources tell @YahooSports.

— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) July 2, 2021