After the calf injury, Damian Lillard was finally back in action. While the player shot just 3 of 17 while scoring 12 points, the team was able to snatch a victory over the Chicago Bulls 118-109. With that, the Milwaukee Bucks have finally ended their two-game losing streak. While discussing his initial game post-injury, the Bucks head coach expressed significant admiration for him.

After a stable performance throughout the first half, the Bucks showed a power-packed team up to beat the Bulls.

Adrian Griffin praises Damian Lillard

The game was quite thrilling, with Bucks powerhouse Giannis Antetokounmpo dropping 35 points and 11 rebounds. During the post-game conference, head coach Adrian Griffin shared his take on the game.

While speaking of Lillard, he said, “Even though, he didn’t shoot it well and he will be down as moving forward you know his first game back after a couple of days off; but again the ability to get to the free throw line that’s what all the great players do.” He added, ?”You know they don’t have necessarily have to shoot well from the field but they know how to get to the free throw line.???

What are your thoughts on Griffin?s take? Not just the Bucks’ head coach but the star player Giannis also has a similar faith in Lillard.

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Giannis Antetokounmpo is confident of Damian Lillard

Lillard was traded to Milwaukee in a blockbuster three-team trade involving the Phoenix Suns. The player has spent more than a decade in the Portland Trailblazers. The fans were stunned by the surprising trade news. His shift to a different team was equally challenging. During an interview with Bleacher Report, Giannis gave a statement that might have eased the process.?

He said, ?Basically, I might be here but this is his team,?

The 7x NBA All-Star guard is an established leader with a deep understanding of what it requires to succeed in this league. His role could be instrumental for the Bucks as they head the battle. Going ahead with the games, he seems to be proving what Giannis mentioned before. In addition to the head coach and his fellow players, Lillard also carries significant expectations from fans. How do you think things will turn out for the Bucks and Lillard? Do tell us in the comments below.

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