According to the Milwaukee Bucks, Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard are out for tonight’s game against the Chicago Bulls.

Both players suffered non-COVID illnesses since their NBA Cup championship game in Las Vegas.

Lillard hasn’t played since last Tuesday, and Giannis has not since Friday night.

Milwaukee has no Christmas game, so their next game is December 26th—the day after Christmas Day.

The Milwaukee Bucks will be shorthanded heading into Tuesday’s game against the Toronto Raptors with Damian Lillard being out.

According to multiple reports, headlined by Bleacher Report’s Chris Haynes, Lillard has entered the concussion protocol. The reason why is due to taking a hit to the head during the third quarter of Sunday’s game against the Boston Celtics.

The 34-year-old experienced headaches and dizziness, with tests later uncovering that he did indeed suffer a concussion.

Despite being out for Tuesday’s game, and being in protocol, there is a possibility Lillard can be a “go” for Wednesday’s game against the Detroit Pistons.

This season, Lillard is averaging 26.0 points off 44.4% from the field, 4.6 rebounds, and 6.6 assists in ten games.

According to Mark Stein, while the Milwaukee Bucks have no interest in trading Giannis Antetokounmpo themselves, they will trade him if that’s what the superstar wants.

“It is understood quite clearly in 29 other front offices that Antetokounmpo is only ever going to be made available for trade if he pushes for it.”

Many teams, like the Miami Heat and Brooklyn Nets, have been attached to the rumors and reports of wanting to trade for Antetokounmpo.

Currently, Milwaukee is 2-8 to begin the season, which has sparked conversations of Giannis being frustrated and wanting to leave the franchise.

As of right now, both sides remain committed to each other. The 29-year-old is under contract until the 2027 season, which would see him become an unrestricted free agent.