The Milwaukee Bucks forward, Khris Middleton, hopes to be fully recovered to start the playoffs on April 15 and will complete the rehabilitation process of his right knee next week, according to the journalist from The AthleticShams Charania.
Middleton left Wednesday’s game against the Chicago Bulls after just eight minutes of play due to knee pain. On Thursday he underwent an MRI that has ruled out any type of serious injury.
The three-time All-Star has played in 33 games this season due to various injuries. Middleton was unable to start the course while recovering from wrist surgery and also dealt with persistent knee pain. At 31 years old, this season he has averaged 15.1 points, 4.2 rebounds and 4.9 assists.
The Bucks have clinched the top spot in the Eastern Conference and the best record in the NBA. In the first round of the playoffs, the winning team of the second match of the ‘play-in’ of your conference.
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