Giannis Antetokounmpo's Sports Injuries
Type of Sport: Basketball
Giannis Antetokounmpo's Sports Injuries Table
| Type | Area | Date | Consequences | Content | How It Happened | Recovery Duration | Rehabilitation Details | Impact On Career | Psychological Impact | Previous Injuries | Return To Competition | Severity | Treatment | Medical Staff | Long Term Impact | Preventive Measures | Competition Missed | Initial Symptoms | Re Injury Risk | Support System | Rehabilitation Location |
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| Back Injuries | Lower Back | 2019-12-15 | Missed a few games | Giannis experienced lower back spasms during a game against the Dallas Mavericks, leading to his absence in subsequent games for recovery. | Occurred during physical exertion in a game | 1 week | Rest, physical therapy, and pain management | Minor, quickly returned to play | Stayed positive and focused on recovery | None related to the back | 2019-12-23 | Mild | Physical therapy, rest, and anti-inflammatory medication | Milwaukee Bucks medical team | None | Core strengthening exercises | 2 games | Pain and muscle tightness | Low | Team and family | Milwaukee Bucks training facility |
| Knee Injuries | Left Knee | 2021-06-28 | Missed the remainder of the game | In Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Atlanta Hawks, Giannis hyperextended his left knee after landing awkwardly while contesting a shot. | Landed awkwardly after contesting a shot | 2 weeks | Rest, physical therapy, and gradual return to activity | Moderate, but he returned strong in the finals | Focused on recovery and return | None related to the left knee | 2021-07-11 | Moderate | Rest, physical therapy, and anti-inflammatory medication | Milwaukee Bucks medical team | Minimal | Strengthening and flexibility exercises | 2 games | Pain and limited range of motion | Moderate | Team, family, and coaching staff | Milwaukee Bucks training facility |
| Sprains | Right Ankle | 2018-03-20 | Missed several games | During a game against the Los Angeles Clippers, Giannis landed awkwardly on his right ankle after attempting a jump shot, leading to a sprain. | Landed awkwardly after a jump shot | 2 weeks | Physical therapy and rest | Minor, as he returned to form quickly | Minimal, maintained confidence | None related to the right ankle | 2018-04-04 | Mild | Ice, compression, and physical therapy | Milwaukee Bucks medical team | None | Strengthening exercises for the ankle | 4 games | Pain and swelling | Low | Team and family | Milwaukee Bucks training facility |
Giannis Antetokounmpo's Sports Injuries Videos
Doctor Reacts to Giannis Antetokounmpo's Severe Knee Injury & Explains What Happened
Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo left tonight's game against the Atlanta Hawks after suffering a serious-looking knee hyperextension. As Giannis attempted to block a shot, he landed awkwardly, causing significant hyperextension of his left knee. The injury was exacerbated by contact with a Hawks player, which forced Giannis's knee into a locked extension, preventing proper load absorption. This severe hyperextension could lead to injuries such as a posterior capsule tear, bone contusion, or damage to ligaments like the ACL and PCL. The severity of the injury will depend on the degree of hyperextension and any additional forces applied to the knee. The injury is likely significant enough to impact Giannis's availability for the playoffs.
Giannis drops to the floor and limps to the locker room after a non-contact leg injury vs. the Celtics 😳
Giannis Antetokounmpo drops to the floor and limps to the locker room after a non-contact leg issue. The Bucks started the game strong offensively. Giannis sat down on the floor, looking at his left lower leg, causing concern among fans. He gingerly got to his feet and walked off under his own power, which is a positive sign.
