Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight against Atlanta Hawks? Exploring 2x NBA MVP's status for 2021 ECF rematch (Dec. 4)

Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks host the Atlanta Hawks in a bid to win their eighth consecutive game on Wednesday. After a disappointing 2-8 start, the Bucks are back on track, improving to 11-9 following a 9-1 run. Giannis has been at the forefront with his MVP-caliber production, averaging 32.7 points, 11.7 rebounds and 6.7 assists on 61.7% shooting.

The two-time NBA MVP has missed three of the team's 21 games. Giannis has been a staple on the injury report, citing a knee issue, but it hasn't limited him much. However, Wednesday's contest is back-to-back, which raises questions about his availability for the contest.

Giannis played in a back-to-back on Nov. 23, the last time the Bucks played back-to-back. With the Bucks on a roll and looking to keep the momentum going, he is likely to play again.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo stats vs. Atlanta Hawks

Giannis Antetokounmpo has played 35 games against the Atlanta Hawks, averaging 23.2 ppg, 9.5 rpg and 4.5 apg on 53/23/68 shooting splits. He holds a 19-16 record against the Hawks. The Bucks will play against the Hawks for the first time this season.

Last year, Giannis played in all three season-series games, averaging a whopping 31.3 ppg, 12.7 rpg and 7.0 apg, shooting 62.5%. He led Milwaukee to a 2-1 win.

The Bucks will need Giannis Antetokounmpo to fire on all cylinders the same way on Wednesday as the Hawks come into the contest behind a four-game winning streak. They beat the league-leading Cleveland Cavaliers twice amid this run, so it's a tough test for the Bucks.

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How to watch Atlanta Hawks vs. Milwaukee Bucks game?

FanDuel Sports Network Milwaukee, WMLW and FanDuel Sports Network - Southeast - Atlanta will provide coverage of the Atlanta Hawks vs. Milwaukee Bucks game in local regions. Viewers outside the two cities and the U.S. can watch the contest live via NBA League Pass. The game will begin at 8:00 p.m. ET at the Fiserv Forum, the Bucks' homecourt.

The Bucks are -4.5 favorites to win with a -182 money line. It could be a close contest, considering both teams' forms ahead of this 2023 Eastern Conference finals rematch.