Middleton left Tuesday's game versus the Pacers with 6:21 remaining in the first quarter but had his ankle re-taped in the locker room and has returned to Milwaukee's bench, Jamal Collier of ESPN.com reports.
Middleton came up limping after making contact with Pacers forward Pascal Siakam, causing him to briefly exit Tuesday's contest. However, it appears Middleton forward has avoided a serious injury and should be available for the remainder of Game 2.
Middleton had 23 points (9-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one block across 35 minutes during Sunday's 109-94 win over the Pacers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.
Middleton turned back the clock in the win, shouldering the bulk of the scoring during the second half. After Damian Lillard took over in the first half, it was Middleton who made several clutch shots to secure the victory. Milwaukee will need him to maintain his aggression as they look to negate the loss of Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf).
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Scores 17 in loss to Magic
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Middleton accumulated 17 points (6-15 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 5-6 FT), three rebounds, five assists and one steal in 32 minutes during Sunday's 113-88 loss to Orlando.
Middleton led all Bucks players in assists while ending with a team-high-tying scoring total to boost Milwaukee in a regular-season finale defeat. Middleton has posted at least 15 points and five assists in two straight outings, rounding out the regular season by reaching double figures in scoring in eight of his last 10 games.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Gets green light
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Middleton (ankle) is available for Friday's game against the Thunder.
Middleton, Brook Lopez (rest) and Bobby Portis (rest) have all been upgraded to available, but Damian Lillard (adductor) has been downgraded to out and will join Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) on the sidelines. Middleton has appeared in 10 of Milwaukee's last 13 games, averaging 15.7 points, 6.5 assists, 6.3 rebounds and 1.1 steals in 30.4 minutes per game.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Questionable for Friday
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Middleton (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder.
Middleton wasn't on the initial injury report for the Bucks, but he was a late addition along with Brook Lopez (rest) and Bobby Portis (rest). Don't be surprised if the Bucks err on the side of caution with the playoffs looming.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Sitting out against Orlando
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Middleton won't play in Wednesday's game versus the Magic due to left ankle injury management.
Middleton doesn't appear to have suffered any new injury, but Milwaukee is opting to hold out the veteran forward on the second night of a back-to-back Wednesday. Pat Connaughton, Jae Crowder and Andre Jackson are candidates to receive increased playing time in his absence. Middleton should be able to suit up for Friday's matchup with the Thunder.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Sniffs double-double
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Middleton ended with 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), six rebounds, nine assists and one steal in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 104-91 victory over the Celtics.
Middleton finished just one assist away from recording a double-double Tuesday, and his offensive contributions were pivotal for the Bucks, as they snapped a four-game losing skid with this win. Middleton could experience an uptick in usage in case Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is forced to miss a few games, which is a realistic possibility given the fact that Milwaukee has only three games left in the regular season.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Set to play against Boston
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Middleton (quadriceps) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Celtics, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Middleton has been upgraded from probable to available despite dealing with a right quadriceps injury that forced him to leave Sunday's contest early. Middleton averaged 17.0 points, 6.8 rebounds, 6.2 assists, and 1.6 steals in 34.6 minutes in his previous five outings.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Probable for Tuesday's game
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Middleton is probable for Tuesday's game against Boston due to a right quadriceps contusion.
Middleton exited Sunday's game against the Knicks due to mouth trauma, and he had been dealing with an ankle issue recently. Even though he's dealing with a quad issue ahead of Tuesday's matchup, he'll likely be able to suit up against the Celtics.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Won't return to Sunday's game
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Middleton has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Knicks due to mouth trauma, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports. He finished the game with five points (2-4 FG, 1-1 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists during 13 minutes.
Middleton was quickly ruled out after being hit in the face by both Donte DiVincenzo and Isaiah Hartenstein during Sunday's game. Initially, MIddleton looked as though he would be checked for a concussion, but the Bucks have since listed him with a mouth injury. Middleton will have just one day to rest before Milwaukee's next game Tuesday against the Celtics.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Exits game
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Middleton went to the locker room after being hit in the head Sunday against the Knicks, Kristian Winfield of the New York Daily News reports.
Middleton received above-the-neck contact from both Donte DiVincenzo and Isaiah Hartenstein during the play and went straight back to the locker room, where he'll likely be checked for a concussion. In the meantime, Jae Crowder and Andre Jackson could see more opportunities. Middleton should be considered questionable to return.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Ruled out for Wednesday
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Middleton will not play Wednesday against the Grizzlies due to left ankle injury management.
Wednesday is the second leg of a back-to-back set, and the Bucks will err on the side of caution with Middleton as the regular season winds down. In addition to Middleton, the Bucks will be without Damian Lillard (groin) and Patrick Beverley (ankle), leaving plenty of minutes up for grabs at point guard and on the wing.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: All-around performance vs. Wizards
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Middleton contributed 24 points (9-19 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, six assists and two steals over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 117-113 loss to Washington.
Middleton was one rebound shy from recording his sixth double-double of the season Tuesday. After missing 16 games with a left ankle sprain, he's now played 30-plus minutes in four of his last six appearances. Since his return, Middleton is averaging 17.0 points on 49.5 percent shooting (including 37.8 percent from three on 5.3 attempts per game), 6.9 rebounds, 6.9 assists and 1.0 steals over 31.9 minutes per game.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Will play Tuesday
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Middleton (ankle) is available to face the Wizards on Tuesday.
Middleton was listed as probable in the Bucks' latest injury report, so his availability for this matchup is not a surprise. Middleton is averaging 12.8 points, 7.5 rebounds and 7.3 assists in 33.8 minutes per game over his last four contests in which he's been part of the injury report.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Listed as probable for Tuesday
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Middleton (ankle) is probable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Middleton continues to tend to a sprained left ankle, but he's suited up in the last four matchups, averaging 12.8 points, 7.5 rebounds and 7.3 assists in 33.8 minutes per game. It seems unlikely that the ankle issue will impact his availability for Tuesday's game.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Turns in 21 points
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Middleton posted 21 points (9-10 FG, 3-3 3Pt), six rebounds, six assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Saturday's 122-113 victory over Atlanta.
Middleton is dealing with a knee issue, but it didn't stop him from logging 36 minutes during Saturday's win. His 22 points marked the third time he's exceeded 20 points since his 16-game absence. The Bucks have a back-to-back on the schedule next week against two weak opponents (Washington and Memphis), and considering the recent trend, Middleton will probably take a seat for one of those games.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Deemed probable for Saturday
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Middleton (ankle) is probable for Saturday's game against Atlanta.
Middleton will likely be available for the sixth time in the last seven games despite his lingering ankle issue. Across his last five appearances, he's averaged 14.8 points, 7.2 assists and 6.6 rebounds in 31.4 minutes per game.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Balanced game despite injury
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Middleton tallied seven points (3-12 FG, 1-7 3Pt), eight rebounds, six assists and one steal over 33 minutes in Thursday's 107-100 loss to New Orleans.
Middleton put forth a well-rounded performance Thursday despite dealing with an ongoing ankle injury, struggling shooting from the field but still managing to post a near double-double while handing out a half-dozen assists in defeat. Middleton has hauled in at least eight boards in eight games this season, adding at least five points and five assists in five of those outings. He has now contributed at least five points, five rebounds and five assists in four straight contests.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Available to face New Orleans
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Middleton (ankle) is active against the Pelicans on Thursday, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
As has been the trend in recent games, Middleton will suit up and handle his regular workload despite battling an ankle issue. Middleton is averaging 16.8 points, 7.5 assists and 6.3 rebounds in 31.0 minutes per game over his last four appearances.
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Bucks' Khris Middleton: Probable for Thursday
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Middleton (ankle) is probable for Thursday's game against the Pelicans.
Middleton continues to deal with an ankle issue, but he'll likely be able to suit up for the fifth time over the past six games. Across his last four appearances he's averaged 16.8 points, 7.5 assists and 6.3 rebounds in 31.0 minutes per game.
