Giannis Antetokounmpo returns to lead the Bucks against the Suns amid trade rumors and playoff positioning struggles.

Giannis Antetokounmpo is set to make his 62nd appearance of the season for the Milwaukee Bucks as they take on the Phoenix Suns. Initially listed as probable, he has been upgraded to available for the game. In his last match against the Atlanta Hawks, Antetokounmpo showcased his skills by scoring 31 points, grabbing nine rebounds, and dishing out five assists, despite the Bucks falling short in that contest.

This season, Antetokounmpo has been a dominant force, averaging 30.2 points, 11.9 rebounds, 5.9 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game while shooting an impressive 60.1% from the field. The Bucks currently sit sixth in the Eastern Conference, trailing the fourth-seeded Indiana Pacers and fifth-seeded Detroit Pistons by three games.

Despite a challenging stretch where the Bucks have lost nine of their last 13 games, they boast a strong home record of 24-14. They are looking to snap a four-game losing streak against a Suns team that has struggled on the road with a 12-25 record. Meanwhile, trade rumors swirl around Antetokounmpo, with the Brooklyn Nets reportedly eyeing him as a top priority if he becomes available this summer.

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