Injury Update Reported On Khris Middleton

Chris Haynes reported an update on Milwaukee Bucks star Khris Middleton.

Apr 30, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) reacts after scoring a basket during the fourth quarter against the Indiana Pacers during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images / Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Khris Middleton is coming off his 12th season in the NBA (and 11th with the Milwaukee Bucks).

He finished the year with averages of 15.1 points, 4.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists per contest while shooting 49.3% from the field and 38.1% from the three-point range in 55 games.

On Saturday, NBA reporter Chris Haynes reported an update on Middleton's injury status.

Via Haynes: "Sources: Milwaukee Bucks star Khris Middleton (procedures on both ankles) has not been cleared for five-on-five action with training camp commencing Oct. 1. He’s progressing nicely, but team is taking a cautious approach as he’s expected to take part in most of camp activities."

Sources: Milwaukee Bucks star Khris Middleton (procedures on both ankles) has not been cleared for five-on-five action with training camp commencing Oct. 1. He’s progressing nicely, but team is taking a cautious approach as he’s expected to take part in most of camp activities. pic.twitter.com/e04WOux4os

— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) September 28, 2024

Middleton is the team's third-best player, so his health will be something to monitor closely.

He has dealt with injuries over the previous few seasons.

Khris Middleton (ankles) will be limited to start training camp.

— Underdog NBA (@Underdog__NBA) September 28, 2024

The Bucks finished last season as the third seed in the Eastern Conference with a 49-33 record.

Two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo missed their entire first round NBA playoff series against the Miami Heat (they lost in six games).

If Damian Lillard, Antetokounmpo and Middleton can have a healthy season, then the Bucks will be seen as a legitimate contender.

Mar 13, 2023; Sacramento, California, USA; Milwaukee Bucks power forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) puts his arm around small forward Khris Middleton (22) during the third quarter against the Sacramento Kings at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images / Kelley L Cox-Imagn Images

The Bucks will play their first preseason game on October 6 when they visit the Detroit Pistons in Michigan.

They will open up the 2024-25 regular season on October 23 with a matchup against Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers in Pennsylvania.

Apr 30, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) walks off the court following the game against the Indiana Pacers during game five of the first round for the 2024 NBA playoffs at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images / Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Middleton has made three All-Star Games and helped the Bucks win the 2021 NBA Championship over the Phoenix Suns.