Milwaukee Bucks Injury Report: Latest on Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton's availability for game vs. Nets (Jan. 2)

The Milwaukee Bucks will square off against the Brooklyn Nets in a regular-season matchup on Thursday. While the Nets will be playing on the second night of a back-to-back, the Bucks will take the court with the advantage of a day’s rest.

Milwaukee, led by head coach Doc Rivers, is coming off a 120-112 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday. The win improved their season record to 17-14, positioning them in fifth place in the Eastern Conference standings.

Tuesday's game also marked the return of superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo, who had missed three consecutive games. Giannis made an immediate impact, delivering a stellar performance with 30 points, 12 rebounds, five assists and two steals.

The two-time MVP is available to play after being listed as "probable" on the team’s injury report for Thursday’s game due to right patella tendinopathy, an issue that has plagued him for much of the season.Despite the lingering discomfort, Giannis has consistently shown a willingness to play through pain.

Khris Middleton is also available to play after being listed as "probable" as he continues to manage his workload following offseason bilateral ankle surgery. Middleton has appeared in the Bucks’ last six games, logging his highest minutes of the season (31) in their victory over the Pacers.

How to watch Milwaukee Bucks vs. Brooklyn Nets

The Milwaukee Bucks vs. Brooklyn Nets game is scheduled to take place on Thursday, Jan. 2, at the Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The game will tip off at 8 p.m. EST (5 p.m. PT).

The Bucks vs. Nets game will be telecast live on FDSWI (local) and YES (local) while the pre game coverage will begin one hour before tip off. The live streaming will be available on the NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app and website (regional restrictions may apply).