Is Giannis Antetokounmpo playing tonight against Washington Wizards? Exploring 2x NBA MVP's status (Dec. 21)

Milwaukee Bucks' two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo's status for Saturday's clash against the Washington Wizards is up in the air. He's been a staple on the injury report this season. Giannis was probable for Friday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers.

He suited up, but the Bucks are playing on the second night of back-to-back. The Bucks haven't indicated that he's resting, so Giannis will likely play, especially with Damian Lillard missing this contest with a right calf strain. However, he's carrying a questionable status, citing back spasms.

With Milwaukee losing 124-101 to the Cleveland Cavaliers, Giannis suiting up against the Wizards would be critical to help the team get back to winning ways. The Bucks have been in solid form lately, but a slow start to the season makes every loss from now on sting. Despite a 13-4 run entering Saturday's clash, the Bucks are 14-12 on the season.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo stats vs. Washington Wizards

Giannis Antetokounmpo has averaged 25.3 points, 10.2 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.3 steals and 1.1 blocks in 33 games against the Washington Wizards. He's been on the winning side 20 times. Giannis impressed when the Bucks and Wizards met earlier this season on Nov. 30

He ended the game with a triple-double, tallying 42 points, 12 rebounds and 11 assists in a 124-114 win, shooting 62.5%. The Bucks are undisputedly the favorites if Giannis plays on Saturday.

However, even against the league-worse 4-21 Wizards, they might struggle to get a win in his absence, especially with Lillard out. Washington is also coming off a 123-114 win, so it has momentum entering this contest.

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How to watch Giannis Antetokounmpo in action during Washington Wizards vs. Milwaukee Bucks?

Monumental Sports Network and FanDuel Sports Network - Wisconsin will provide coverage of the Washington Wizards-Milwaukee Bucks game in local regions. Other interested viewers can catch live action online via NBA League Pass. The game will begin at 8:00 p.m. ET onwards at the Fiserv Forum, the Bucks' home floor. The Bucks are -12-point favorites with a -700 money line to win this clash.