What is the latest injury status of Damian Lillard as the Milwaukee Bucks begin the NBA playoffs in Indianapolis against the Pacers on April 19?

Bucks star Damian Lillard will miss the start of the NBA playoffs because of a blood clot in his right calf, sources told ESPN.

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard remains out for the NBA playoffs, but is on the mend, the team announced Tuesday. Per the team, Lillard’s deep vein thrombosis in his right calf has improved and he will continue to increase his on-court basketball activity.