Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight against Detroit Pistons? Latest on 2x MVP's status for back-to-back (Nov. 13)

Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to play against the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday. It's a back-to-back for the Milwaukee Bucks, who played Tuesday against the Toronto Raptors. Giannis was on the Bucks' injury report before the game listed as probable because of a knee issue.

He's been day-to-day for the Bucks since the first game, managing the injury. However, Giannis has only missed one game. He exited Tuesday's game without any injury issues, so that shouldn't prevent him from playing on the second night of a back-to-back.

The Bucks will need him available, with Damian Lillard expected to be out, citing a concussion. They won 99-85 against the Raptors but are only 3-8 and have yet to record consecutive wins. Winning on Wednesday becomes crucial, as Milwaukee can gain some momentum.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo stats vs. Detroit Pistons

Giannis Antetokounmpo has averaged 20.9 points, 8.5 rebounds and 4.9 assists against the Pistons in 41 games. He has an impressive 30-11 record against them. Giannis and the Bucks had a solid season-series vs. Detroit last year as they swept Cade Cunningham and Co. 4-0. Giannis averaged 24.8 ppg, 11.0 rpg and 7.5 apg.

However, the Pistons look different this year under new coach J.B. Bickerstaff. Detroit plays with a better structure and organization. After managing only two wins in their first 31 games last year, the Pistons already have five in 12 this season. That's also a significantly better record than the 3-8 Bucks.

Cade Cunningham and Jaden Ivey have been exceptional and key to their success, while Jalen Duren has provided solid resistance as the defensive anchor. The addition of a veteran like Tobias Harris has also stabilized the young team.

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How to watch Giannis Antetokounmpo in action during Detroit Pistons vs. Milwaukee Bucks?

Local TV operators FanDuel Sports Network Detroit and FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin will cover the Pistons-Bucks game. Viewers outside the U.S. can watch the game online via NBA League Pass. The game will begin at 8:00 pm E.T.

The Bucks are -5.5 favorites to win with a -225 money line. Despite their inferior record, the Bucks have the edge because of homecourt advantage and a more experienced and talented roster.