MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right calf.
According to Mayo Clinic, DVT occurs when a blood clot (thrombus) forms in one or more of the deep veins in the body, usually in the legs.
Lillard will be out indefinitely, according to ESPN.
“Damian’s health is our No. 1 priority,” said Bucks General Manager Jon Horst. “We will support him as he moves through this weekly process of strict criteria to ensure that it is safe for him to return to play. Doctors have indicated that his situation is very unlikely to occur again. We are thankful that this was identified and medicated quickly, which helps with the recovery.”
Watch: Bucks guard Damian Lillard diagnosed with blood clots in his leg
According to a Bucks press release, Lillard is on blood-thinning medication, which has stabilized the DVT, and will continue with regular testing.
The team will provide updates as appropriate.
The Bucks currently sit at fifth place in the Eastern Conference standings with 11 games left in the regular season.
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