Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight against Memphis Grizzlies? Latest on 2x NBA MVP's status (Oct. 31)  

Giannis Antetokounmpo continues to be on the Milwaukee Bucks' injury report. He's listed as probable for the fifth consecutive game as the Bucks prepare to face the Memphis Grizzlies on the road. Despite getting listed on the injury report, Giannis has played every game. He's cleared to play again on Thursday.

He's dealing with a right patella tendinitis, which is a minor knee issue. Giannis doesn't look limited by the ailment, so it's likely something the Bucks are monitoring and taking precautions about it.

Despite the Bucks' 1-3 record, Giannis has been solid, averaging 28.8 points, 11.8 rebounds and 6.3 assists, shooting 62.0%. The Bucks will hope they can turn things around against Memphis, with Giannis likely suiting up again and snapping their three-game losing streak.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo stats vs. Memphis Grizzlies

Giannis Antetokounmpo has averaged 22.4 ppg, 7.2 rpg and 5.1 apg in 20 games against the Memphis Grizzlies. He has nine wins and 11 losses in those matchups. The Bucks lost two of those games last year in their season series against Memphis.

Giannis didn't disappoint, though. He averaged 28.0 ppg, 5.5 rpg and 10.0 apg, shooting 62.5%. The Bucks will hope they don't face the same outcome, especially if Giannis plays that well. It might be a tricky matchup for the two-time NBA MVP as he will go up against the lengthy and big frontcourt duo of Jaren Jackson Jr. and Zach Edey.

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How to watch Giannis Antetokounmpo in action vs. Memphis Grizzlies?

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks will be in action against the Grizzlies on Thursday's prime-time slate on NBA TV. The game is at FedExFoum, Memphis' homecourt, and will begin at 8:00 p.m. ET. Fan Duel Sports Network - Wisconsin and Fan Duel Sports Network - Southeast will provide coverage in local regions. Viewers outside the US can stream the game online via NBA League Pass.

The Grizzlies have also lost three games entering this contest. They are playing on the second night of a back-to-back. That gives Giannis and Co. an edge as they are playing after a day's break. The Grizzlies, meanwhile, have homecourt advantage.

The oddsmakers have the Bucks as the favorites with a -5.5-point spread.