Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight against Orlando Magic? | March 1st, 2023 | 2022-23 NBA Season

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks will look to extend their 15-game winning streak when they take on the Orlando Magic at the Fiserv Forum on Wednesday night.

Giannis recently missed five games heading into the All-Star break. However, his return has meant a return to winning ways for the Bucks, who have not lost a game since their loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Jan. 22. The 7-foot forward has struggled with a leg injury in recent weeks, which led to reduced playing time against the Bulls and Heat.

This was followed by Giannis not suiting up at all against the Phoenix Suns. The Milwaukee Bucks relied on a double-double from Brook Lopez and a 33-point display from Jrue Holiday to get over the line.

Giannis Antetokounmpo then started the match against the Brooklyn Nets and returned with 33 points and 15 rebounds. There is little doubt that he will be suiting up against the Magic as well.

Giannis Antetokounmpo expected to feature against Orlando Magic

Giannis Antetokounmpo seems to be back to his best against the Phoenix Suns. Apart from his ability to score buckets, his defensive skills in particular are crucial to the way the Bucks play their basketball. Giannis had 15 rebounds, and scored at a healthy 55.6% from the field against the Nets.

He was listed as doubtful due to a lingering leg injury but was crucial on the night. The Milwaukee Bucks now have the best record in the NBA this season, overtaking the Boston Celtics with their latest win. Their 44-17 record, as well as Giannis’ recent form means that the MVP title is still very much a possibility.

Regardless, the player is crucial to any title charge that the Bucks will have this season, and can be expected to start the game against the Orlando Magic. He is currently averaging 31.3 points per game, along with 12.1 rebounds and 5.3 assists. He is averaging career-high numbers in points, coming in at only 32.4 minutes per game.

If the Milwaukee Bucks can maintain their current run of form, Giannis will have every chance of finishing as the MVP for the third time in his career. The Milwaukee Bucks will be able to count on all their stars except Wesley Matthews, who is confirmed to be sitting out. Still, they have more than enough firepower to get their 16th straight win.