Giannis Antetokounmpo had 19 points and 11 rebounds in his return to the lineup Monday, but it wasn’t enough as the Milwaukee Bucks fell 108-81 to the Boston Celtics.
Antetokounmpo hadn’t played since Jan. 23 due to a right calf strain. The 31-year-old was averaging 28 points and 10 rebounds prior to his 15-game absence.
Antetokounmpo’s name circulated in trade rumors for several weeks leading up to the NBA’s Feb. 5 deadline. The Bucks opted not to trade their franchise player, and the Greek Freak reaffirmed his loyalty to the team.