Milwaukee Bucks All-Star Damian Lillard has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right calf, sidelining him indefinitely. His condition is stable on blood thinners, but no return timeline has been provided. Simultaneously, women's basketball player JuJu Watkins has undergone surgery following a knee injury sustained during a tournament game against Mississippi State. The incident drew online harassment towards the player involved, highlighting broader issues of athlete treatment and public scrutiny. Lillard's health remains the priority for the Bucks, currently fifth in the Eastern Conference.