The Athletic's Eric Nehm revealed Friday that nine-time All-Star Milwaukee Bucks power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo was considered probable to suit up despite a right patella tendinopathy. Sharpshooting reserve shooting guard Gary Trent Jr., meanwhile, was also seen as probable to play through his own left patella tendinopathy.

The Milwaukee Bucks are in a big-time fight for the fourth seed in the Eastern Conference standings. They are battling with two other teams for that final home-court advantage seed. Right now, they are a game behind the Indiana Pacers for that fourth spot,

Much has been said concerning his NBA qualifications, but James made the most of the opportunity that head coach JJ Redick gave him against the Bucks. At just 20 years of age, the second-round draft pick is giving fans hope that he could blossom into a valuable contributor after gaining more experience and sharpening his skill set.