According to Jake Fischer of Yahoo.com, many around the league expect forward Khris Middleton to remain in Milwaukee. The veteran has a $40 million player option but is searching for a new deal. While there are still doubts Middleton will be back, he sat in during meetings with prospective coaching candidates after the dismissal of Mike Budenholzer. The three-time All-Star had a down year in 2022-23, averaging 15.1 points, 4.9 assists, 4.2 steals, and shooting 31.5% from deep. He was also limited to 33 regular season games due a torn ligament in his left wrist. At any rate, Middleton is an excellent bounce-back candidate for fantasy managers, although he's likely to miss time because of injuries moving ahead.

The Milwaukee Bucks want to keep ahold of forward Khris Middleton and center Brook Lopez, with general manager Jon Horst rating both players very highly. "It's pretty clear, Khris and Brook are core to what we've done," Horst said to The Athletic. Middleton has a $40.4 million player option for next season, which he is expected to decline, while Lopez is an unrestricted free agent. The two helped the Bucks to the best record in the league this season, although Middleton was able to play in just 33 games due to health issues.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton was the team's leading scorer with an efficient 23 points in Saturday's Game 3 loss to Miami. Middleton played great, shooting 8-for-14 from the field and 3-for-5 from outside, but the Bucks ended up suffering a blowout defeat and will now be under huge pressure if they also drop Game 5. In 34 minutes of action, Middleton also posted five rebounds, six assists and two steals on Saturday. He will be expected to lead the charge again Monday if Giannis Antetokounmpo (back) can't return.

Milwaukee Bucks guard Khris Middleton put up a big-time scoring line even though it ended up not being enough to secure the win over the Miami Heat on Sunday. The former second-round pick ended the night with 33 points on 12-for-20 shooting overall and 2-for-7 from deep while adding nine rebounds and four assists. He was the only member of the starting five with a positive plus/minus despite turning the ball over five times. Depending on Giannis Antetokounmpo's (back) health, Middleton could be vaulted into a huge role.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) was able to get through a full practice on Thursday. This is a good sign that Middleton will be available for the first round of the postseason. The Bucks have been cautious with Middleton throughout most of the season as he works his way back from injury. It's worth noting that Grayson Allen (ankle) and Pat Connaughton (ankle) were also able to practice on Thursday. It sounds like all three of them are on track to suit up for Sunday's contest.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (rest) is listed as out for Tuesday's game against the Washington Wizards. This doesn't come as a surprise considering Tuesday is the front end of a back-to-back set. Middleton has not played in both games of a back-to-back set since returning from injury. The Bucks are saving Middleton for a more competitive team in the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. Fantasy managers should expect Joe Ingles and Pat Connaughton to have bigger roles with Middleton sidelined on Tuesday.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) will sit out Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers. On the other hand, forward Joe Ingles (knee) will be available to play. Both Ingles and Middleton were questionable to play as Milwaukee heads into a back-to-back set of games, but it appears they will stagger their rest days. Middleton will presumably be back Thursday while Ingles sits out the second game. Pat Connaughton should see some extra runs in both games.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) is questionable ahead of Wednesday's matchup with the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks are in postseason mode, so keeping Middleton off the floor against one of the worst teams in the NBA could be the plan. If that's the case, Pat Connaughton, who has averaged 9.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.6 assists in 32 starts this season, will roll with the first five.

Milwaukee Bucks forwards Khris Middleton (knee) and Joe Ingles (knee) are questionable to play Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers. The Bucks are heading into another back-to-back which is likely why Middleton and Ingles are questionable. The last time the Bucks were in a back-to-back, Ingles and Middleton staggered their rest days. It remains to be seen if this will continue on Wednesday, but Pat Connaughton is the likely candidate to see increased minutes if both sit out.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton had his most prolific night of the season Monday against Detroit, racking up 34 points on 13-for-23 shooting in a 126-117 win. There was no Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) or Jrue Holiday (personal) on Monday, so the offense revolved around Middleton, and he showed his class throughout the game, although his 1-for-7 shooting from behind the arc definitely could've been better. Middleton added eight rebounds and five assists to his account in 33 minutes of playing time. The three-time All-Star has looked good in recent weeks, but the team continues to manage his health and it's something fantasy managers have to consider. There's likely a rest day coming up for Middleton when Milwaukee starts a back-to-back Wednesday versus Indiana.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Denver Nuggets. Middleton was held out of Friday's game for rest purposes. Now, the 31-year-old is expected to resume his normal role in the rotation on Saturday. His return will mean that Pat Connaughton will return to his normal role, which means he won't have as much streaming appeal.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (rest) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Utah Jazz. He wasn't originally on the injury report, but the team has decided to give him a rest day for his right knee injury. Pat Connaughton figures to gain the most fantasy value with Middleton on the sideline. Connaughton hasn't done much on offense lately, but did grab 10 rebounds during Wednesday's game. He'll be worth a look as a streaming option while Middleton is out.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (rest) will not play Tuesday against the Phoenix Suns. Middleton has been sitting back-to-backs and will do so again after recording 31 points and nine assists in 34 minutes on Monday. Middleton will likely continue sitting back-to-backs for the remainder of the regular season as the Bucks gear up for the playoffs. Joe Ingles, who rested Monday, is back in the lineup and will likely see a boost without Middleton. Jevon Carter, Pat Connaughton and Jae Crowder are also candidates for increased minutes.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) will move into the starting lineup on Tuesday versus the Orlando Magic. Middleton will get his first start since returning from injury with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) and Jrue Holiday (neck) ruled out. Middleton rested last game and has been an overall disappointment this year, but is in an excellent bounce back spot on Tuesday and could be worth a look for DFS slates.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) will sit out Sunday's game against the Washington Wizards. The Bucks are likely just resting Middleton as it is the second night of a back-to-back set of games and should be fine moving forward. Pat Connaughton will likely see an increased role against Washington.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) is expected to suit up for Friday's game against the Miami Heat. The veteran forward missed their final game before the All-Star break due to right knee soreness. The team continues to be cautious with Middleton as he has only been playing around 25 minutes off the bench. Although, he might be asked to take on a bigger role if Giannis Antetokounmpo (wrist) is forced to miss time. Fantasy managers will have to check back for another update closer to Friday's game.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) won't play Thursday against the Bulls. He's on the injury report with right knee soreness, so he's not dealing with a serious issue, but the team will keep Middleton out of action Thursday, which will give him over a week to get ready for the next game. The 31-year-old has slowly been working himself into form after missing the start of the season, and Middleton has posted some decent numbers in February, averaging 18.2 points per game with 6.6 rebounds and 3.2 assists. With a few other injuries also hurting the Bucks, MarJon Beauchamp, Joe Ingles and Wesley Matthews should see extra minutes Thursday.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) will miss Friday's contest against the Los Angeles Clippers due to right knee injury management. He's been able to play nine games in a role off of the bench while playing around 18 minutes per game. In that time, he's posted 15.2 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per contest while shooting 49% from the floor. This absence is most likely going to be a one-game rest day, so Jevon Carter will be a solid streaming option and MarJon Beauchamp could help in deeper leagues.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The veteran forward is set to appear in his first game since December 15th. That being said, the Bucks are likely to have Middleton on a minutes limit while he gets back up to full speed. It sounds like Pat Connaughton will remain in the starting five, while Middleton comes off the bench. Middleton isn't going to have great value right away, but fantasy managers in season-long formats can get him back in their lineups. As for Connaughton, he'll continue to be a low-end streaming choice.

Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (knee) is expected to return for Monday's Central Division clash with the Pistons. The veteran hasn't played in over a month because of right knee soreness, allowing Pat Connaughton to enter the starting lineup. With that said, Middleton will likely see limited action, so his fantasy potential isn't promising. At the same time, Connaughton will still have value for fantasy managers, although his anticipated reduction in minutes severely lowers his ceiling.