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Damian Lillard will miss time for the Milwaukee Bucks, less than a month before the NBA playoffs begin.
Lillard has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot) in his right calf, the Bucks announced Tuesday night. A timetable for a possible return this season has not been reported.
The veteran guard is "on blood-thinning medication, which has stabilized the DVT," the Bucks said.
Lillard will continue with regular testing.
"Damian's health is our No. 1 priority," Bucks GM Jon Horst said in the team's statement. "We will support him as he moves through this weekly process of strict criteria to ensure that it is safe for him to return to play.
"Doctors have indicated that his situation is very unlikely to occur again. We are thankful that this was identified and medicated quickly, which helps with the recovery."
Lillard provided a statement to NBA reporter Chris Haynes regarding the situation.
“It’s unfortunate that something outside of my control would come up,” Lillard said. “Along with the Bucks’ medical staff, our priorities are to protect my health and safety.
"As much as I love basketball, I need to be there for my kids and my family. I’m grateful the Bucks acted quickly on this. They’ve been supportive and proactive throughout this process. I look forward to moving past this and continuing my career.”
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Damian Lillard blood clot: Bucks star has deep vein thrombosis
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Lillard has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis (a blood clot) in his right calf, the Bucks announced Tuesday night. A timetable for a possible return this season has not been reported.
The veteran guard is "on blood-thinning medication, which has stabilized the DVT," the Bucks said.
Lillard will continue with regular testing.
"Damian's health is our No. 1 priority," Bucks GM Jon Horst said in the team's statement. "We will support him as he moves through this weekly process of strict criteria to ensure that it is safe for him to return to play.
"Doctors have indicated that his situation is very unlikely to occur again. We are thankful that this was identified and medicated quickly, which helps with the recovery."
Damian Lillard shares reaction
Lillard provided a statement to NBA reporter Chris Haynes regarding the situation.
“It’s unfortunate that something outside of my control would come up,” Lillard said. “Along with the Bucks’ medical staff, our priorities are to protect my health and safety.
"As much as I love basketball, I need to be there for my kids and my family. I’m grateful the Bucks acted quickly on this. They’ve been supportive and proactive throughout this process. I look forward to moving past this and continuing my career.”
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Damian Lillard blood clot: Bucks star has deep vein thrombosis
Continue reading...
