We know the Bucks’ roster is centered around Giannis.  Taurean Prince, who has become a key contributor for the team, was under assistant coach Darvin Ham. But on November 7, he was ruled out indefinitely on Friday, due to a neck injury. Now there is a rather grim update from the Bucks on his current status. 

The Milwaukee Bucks posted a medical update: “Taurean Prince underwent an MRI last week that revealed a herniated disk in his neck. Prince will be sidelined indefinitely as the team’s medical staff and external specialists determine the best treatment plan. Further updates will be provided as appropriate.”

This comes as a massive blow to the Bucks, who are already thin with Guard Kevin Porter Jr., who is currently nursing the surgery on his right knee. More importantly, the situation puts more pressure on Giannis, who already has a lot on his plate. While the Bucks did not update on a recovery timeline for Prince, generally, the recovery time for a herniated disc in the neck takes up to six to twelve weeks with non-surgical treatment. The news brought mixed reactions from fans online, where most are praying for him, while others preferred to take a dig. 

One fan posted, “Pray for Darwin Ham, y’all know he loved this n—–.” For the unversed, Ham has been notoriously coming under fire for favoring Prince since his time at the Lakers. Eventually, Ham, who was the Lakers’ Head Coach before JJ, got fired and joined the Bucks. 

(This is a developing story…)