Lillard is certain to miss part of the first round of the NBA playoffs, but there is good news

NBA Bucks star guard Lillard was sidelined indefinitely after a deep vein thrombosis problem in his right calf at the end of March, and now that the playoffs are about to begin, Lillard is sure to miss part of the first round, but there is good news.

NBA Bucks star guard Lillard

According to a report by Charania, a well-known reporter from ESPN, on the 16th, Lillard has been sidelined since March 18, and the medical team continues to monitor Lillard's recovery to assess whether he can play. The Bucks will face the Pacers in the first round of the playoffs on April 20, and Lillard is also confirmed to miss part of the first round.

However, sources noted that Lillard's blood clot has improved significantly, and the Bucks remain optimistic that he will be allowed to play at some point in the playoffs. Lillard is also continuing to intensify his basketball training this week, hoping to return to the court as soon as possible.

Lillard has played in 58 games for the Bucks this season, averaging 24.9 points, 4.7 rebounds and 7.1 assists while shooting 44.8 percent from the field and 37.6 percent from three-point range.