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Bucks sound the alarms as Giannis Antetokounmpo exits game with leg injury
The Milwaukee Bucks clinched a crucial victory over the Boston Celtics, but it came at a cost as star player Giannis Antetokounmpo exited the game early due to a leg injury.
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Giannis went down in the third quarter
The Bucks were leading 73-58 in the third quarter when Antetokounmpo, in the midst of another stellar performance, abruptly fell to the court in visible discomfort.
The injury, described as a left calf strain, forced him to leave the game, leaving fans and teammates concerned about his condition.
Antetokounmpo’s absence was palpably felt as the Bucks navigated the remainder of the game without their key player.
Despite managing to secure a 104-91 victory over the Celtics, the Bucks undoubtedly face challenges ahead if Antetokounmpo’s injury sidelines him for an extended period.
His contributions on the court, particularly his scoring prowess and defensive presence, are irreplaceable.
Bucks need Giannis’ to bounce back ahead of playoffs
This injury adds to a season marked by intermittent setbacks for Antetokounmpo, who has previously battled with hamstring tendinopathy, calf strains, shoulder bruises, and Achilles tendinitis.
The uncertainty surrounding the severity of his current injury casts a shadow over the Bucks’ playoff prospects, with the postseason looming just around the corner.
Coach Doc Rivers expressed optimism tempered with concern, acknowledging the significant role Antetokounmpo plays in the team’s success.
“I think everyone probably feels the same way as I do right now. We’re just going hope for the best,” he said.
The Bucks will undoubtedly rely on the depth of their roster to fill the void left by their star player, with players like Bobby Portis and Damian Lillard expected to step up in his absence.
Despite the challenges ahead, the Bucks remain determined to pursue their championship aspirations.
With the playoffs fast approaching, the team understands the importance of having a healthy Antetokounmpo on the court.
As they navigate the final stretch of the regular season, their focus will be on maintaining their competitive edge and overcoming obstacles, all while hoping for a swift recovery for their injured superstar.
MILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred on early Sunday morning on the 4900 block of W. Capitol Drive that left one person injured.
An 18-year-old sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
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The police is currently looking for an unknown suspect at this time.
Those with information regarding the shooting are encouraged to contact the Milwaukee Police at (414) 935-7360 or contact Crime Stoppers at (414) 224-TIPS or P3 Tips to remain anonymous.
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MILWAUKEE – The Milwaukee Police Department requested the public’s help to find 11-year-old Sir’Charles Bason, a critically missing boy who was last seen near Teutonia and Kiley at around 6:20 p.m. on Saturday, April 18.
Police described Bason as 4 feet, 5 inches tall with a slim build, brown eyes and black, low-cut hair. He was last seen wearing a gray jacket with green lines, dark-colored jeans, tan sandals and carrying gray Nike Jordan shoes.
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Anyone with information on Bason’s whereabouts is asked to call Milwaukee Police District 4 at 414-935-7242.
The Source: The Milwaukee Police Department released information.
MILWAUKEE – A Milwaukee man, previously named one of Wisconsin’s Most Wanted, has been sentenced to prison for shooting and killing his cousin in 2020.
In court
What we know:
A Milwaukee County jury found 39-year-old Brandon Gladney guilty of first-degree reckless homicide and possession of a firm by a felon earlier this year.
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Judge Michelle Havas sentenced Gladney to 29 years in prison on Friday, April 17. He was granted credit for more than a year’s time served and further sentenced to 14 years of extended supervision.
Arrested in Arizona after years on the run, court records show Gladney has also been ordered to pay the Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office more than $1,800 for extradition costs.
Homicide investigation
The backstory:
The shooting happened in May 2020. Investigators said Gladney was captured on video apparently arguing with the victim, his cousin, outside a Milwaukee convenience store near 21st and Meinecke.
“It’s all on video, and it’s devastating for that family,” the marshal on the case told FOX6 when Gladney was profiled on Wisconsin’s Most Wanted. “You have a family member that shot and killed another family member.”
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Prosecutors said Gladney walked away but then returned with a gun pointed directly at the victim and shot him. The victim died from his gunshot wounds at a nearby hospital. Multiple bullet casings were found at the scene.
Gladney went on the run for years. He was arrested in Arizona in January 2023, years after he was charged.
The Source: FOX6 News referenced information from the U.S. Marshals Service, Wisconsin Circuit Court and prior coverage.
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