Brook Lopez Injury News & Updates

Lopez (coach's decision) didn't receive any playing time in Saturday's 114-110 loss to the Mavericks.

Lopez has failed to see any minutes in three straight contests and looks to have at least temporarily lost his spot in the rotation while head coach Tyronn Lue has been leaning more heavily on starting center Ivica Zubac and deploying Kobe Brown and/or John Collins at the five when Zubac is resting on the bench. The move outside of the rotation comes after Lopez shot just 40.4 percent from the field and averaged 6.3 points, 1.9 rebounds, 1.4 three-pointers and 0.8 blocks in 14.4 minutes over LA's first 17 games of the season.

Lopez ended with zero points (0-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and one rebound over 11 minutes during Sunday's 120-105 loss to the Cavaliers.

Lopez went scoreless for just the second time this season, which can partly be attributed to teammate Ivica Zubac's monster 33-point, 18-rebound explosion. While Lopez's role backing up Zubac is secure, there is no guarantee of how much time he will be on the court, which makes him a relatively unreliable option in most fantasy leagues.

Lopez produced five points (1-2 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 14 minutes during Sunday's 121-118 loss to Boston.

Lopez continues to come off the bench behind Ivica Zubac, averaging 6.7 points, 2.3 rebounds, 0.6 assists, 0.4 steals, 0.8 blocks and 1.4 threes in 15.4 minutes. While his fantasy value currently is extremely limited, Lopez would be a must-add should Zubac miss any time.

Lopez totaled five points (2-7 FG, 1-6 3Pt), one rebound and one steal over 15 minutes during Monday's 120-119 loss to the Heat.

With Ivica Zubac locked into massive workloads as the featured player in the frontcourt, there isn't much room for Lopez to provide fantasy value. Through six games, he's seeing 16.0 minutes per contest with 6.2 points, 3.0 rebounds, 1.0 blocks and 1.5 three-pointers.

Lopez logged three points (1-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), two rebounds and one assist across 19 minutes in Tuesday's 98-79 loss to the Warriors.

Despite playing a season-high 19 minutes, Lopez turned in his worst performance of the season. The big man has chipped in fewer than seven points in three consecutive games, during which he has shot just 31.3 percent from the field. The veteran center will likely continue serving as Ivica Zubac's primary backup and will look to bounce back in Friday's game against the Pelicans.

Lopez finished Wednesday's 129-108 loss to the Jazz with 15 points (5-12 FG, 5-11 3Pt), three rebounds and one steal in 17 minutes.

The Clippers had an embarrassing performance as a team, but Lopez's debut with his new squad went well. The seven-footer attempted only one shot inside the arc, a trend that'll likely continue as he's utilized as a floor-spacing big to help create room for James Harden to operate.

Lopez (rest) isn't listed on the Clippers' injury report for Wednesday's game against the Jazz.

Lopez will suit up in the team's regular-season opener after sitting out Friday's preseason win over the Warriors. The veteran center is expected to serve as the Clippers' primary backup behind Ivica Zubac this season.

Lopez (rest) won't play in Friday's preseason game against the Warriors, Law Murray of The Athletic reports.

Along with Kawhi Leonard, James Harden, Nicolas Batum and Chris Paul, Lopez will sit out the Clippers' preseason finale. The veteran center is expected to be ready to go for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Jazz.

Lopez logged 16 points (6-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt), four rebounds, a steal and a blocked shot across 18 minutes in Wednesday's 109-91 preseason win over the Kings.

Lopez should be the big man coming out with the second unit, and Ivica Zubac is unlikely to yield many first-unit minutes to his teammates. Since Lopez has a serviceable midrange game and can stretch the floor with apt perimeter shooting, it's possible that he could share the court with Zubac on occasion when John Collins takes a seat.

Lopez scored 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt) while adding three blocks, a rebound and an assist in 17 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 102-94 preseason loss to the Nuggets.

The veteran center appears to be nearly in midseason form as he supplied his usual strong production at the rim and from beyond the arc. Lopez will back up Ivica Zubac in the Clippers' frontcourt this season, which means he's highly unlikely to see the 30-plus minutes a game he grew used to getting in Milwaukee, but a shift to the second unit should allow the 37-year-old to prolong his career while still being effective on a per-minute basis.

Lopez agreed to a two-year, $18 million contract with the Clippers on Monday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Lopez's seven-year stint in Milwaukee officially comes to a close, as he has inked a contract with the Clippers on the first day of free agency. The 37-year-old started in all 80 regular-season appearances with the Bucks in 2024-25, averaging 13.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.9 blocks across 31.8 minutes. However, he averaged just 15.0 minutes per game in the playoffs. Lopez will serve as Ivica Zubac's primary backup, but if rookie first-rounder Yanic Niederhauser progresses well, Lopez could face some competition for playing time.

Lopez is out for Sunday's game versus the Pistons due to rest purposes.

The Bucks are already locked into the second seed in the Eastern Conference, so they will rest their veteran big man in the regular-season finale. Pete Nance will likely receive increased playing time in his absence. Lopez should be able to return to action for Milwaukee's first-round playoff matchup.

Lopez closed with 15 points (5-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and three blocks over 25 minutes during Friday's 125-119 win over Detroit.

Giannis Antetokounmpo stole the show with another triple-double, his fourth over his last five games, but Lopez also delivered solid value on both ends of the court, particularly as a rebounder and rim protector. The veteran big man figures to play a huge role for the Bucks in the playoffs, and with one game left in the regular season, he's averaging 13.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.6 blocks per game since the beginning of March.

Lopez posted three points (1-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt), one rebound, one assist and one block over 23 minutes during Thursday's 136-111 victory over the Pelicans.

Milwaukee didn't give full workloads to their key players, and it will be interesting to see how the team handles the second leg of their back-to-back set Friday. Overall, Lopez has had a tremendous campaign, posting fifth-round value in nine-category formats with 13.0 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.7 three-pointers.

Lopez closed Sunday's 111-107 win over New Orleans with 20 points (8-16 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and four blocks across 34 minutes.

Lopez recorded his first double-double since March 24, and the big man has now scored at least 20 points in four of his previous six appearances. The big man has established himself as one of the Bucks' go-to scoring options, and if both Giannis Antetokounmpo (shoulder) and Damian Lillard (calf) miss more games before the end of the regular season, that could translate to Lopez experiencing a bigger upside in his fantasy stock.

Lopez amassed 17 points (7-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and one block across 30 minutes during Saturday's 121-115 overtime victory over Miami.

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Kevin Porter led the way for the Bucks in this overtime win, but Lopez made his presence felt as well, although it's worth noting he had a difficult matchup against Bam Adebayo. Lopez continues to find ways to make an impact on offense even when he's not at his best. This was his third straight game with 17 or more points.

Lopez racked up 17 points (7-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-3 FT), three rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 31 minutes during Thursday's 126-113 victory over Philadelphia.

Lopez was coming off a 22-point, six-rebound, six-assist performance against the Suns on Tuesday, and he delivered another impressive outing, although it was Giannis Antetokounmpo with his historic stat line who stole the show and carried Milwaukee to a 13-point win. Lopez is ending the season on a productive note and has scored in double digits in seven of his last nine outings, averaging 16.4 points per game and shooting 62.9 percent from the floor in that span.

Lopez notched 22 points (10-13 FG, 2-3 3Pt), six rebounds, six assists and one block in 38 minutes during Tuesday's 133-123 win over the Suns.

Lopez was coming off two subpar showings, racking up 12 points and six rebounds combined in the losses to New York and Atlanta, but he bounced back admirably here and was one of the standout performers for a Bucks team that got back to winning ways. For the most part, Lopez has been productive as a two-way presence for the Bucks. He's scored in double digits in nine of his last 12 appearances, averaging 16.3 points, 5.1 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 1.3 blocks per game in that span.

Lopez had 26 points (12-17 FG, 2-5 3Pt), seven rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal over 38 minutes during Wednesday's 127-117 loss to Denver.

The Bucks were without their top two offensive players in Giannis Antetokounmpo (foot) and Damian Lillard (calf), so they had to rely more on Lopez to provide scoring. The big man stepped up and delivered an excellent showing, however, missing just five of his 17 shots from the field and surpassing the 25-point plateau just for the third time this season. Lopez has scored more than 20 points in five of his last nine contests.

Lopez supplied 23 points (8-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and two steals across 42 minutes during Monday's 108-106 loss to the Suns.

Lopez was one of the few bright spots for Milwaukee, recording his third double-double of the season in the loss. With 70 regular-season games under his belt, Lopez is on pace to return fifth-round value in nine-category formats with 12.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.7 steals, 1.8 blocks and 1.8 three-pointers.

Lopez closed Tuesday's 104-93 loss to the Warriors with 16 points (7-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one steal over 33 minutes.

Lopez's ability to contribute across the board makes him a very underrated fantasy asset. With 67 games played, Lopez is on pace to return fifth-round value in nine-category formats with 12.6 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 0.7 steals, 1.9 blocks and 1.8 three-pointers on 49.6 percent shooting from the field and 84.8 percent from the line.

Lopez logged 23 points (8-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds, five assists, four blocks and one steal across 30 minutes during Thursday's 126-106 win over the Lakers.

For the fourth time this season, Lopez recorded at least 23 points. This was also his seventh game with at least four swats. He's been on a tear over his last 10 games, returning third-round value in nine-category formats with averages of 14.0 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.8 blocks and 1.4 three-pointers.

Lopez closed Tuesday's 127-121 win over Atlanta with 13 points (5-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 33 minutes.

Lopez recorded his second double-double of the season Tuesday, leading the Bucks with a game-high mark in rebounds. However, the 36-year-old struggled from three-point range, and he has shot 31.6 percent from beyond the arc in seven outings since the All-Star break. The big man did set a new season-high mark in boards, though he has logged only two outings with double-digit rebounds in 59 regular-season appearances.

Lopez ended with 22 points (7-16 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), four rebounds, three assists and one block over 37 minutes in Thursday's 121-112 win over Denver.

Lopez provided a nice lift form inside the paint Thursday despite not having great success shooting the ball, finishing second among Bucks in scoring while posting one of two 20-point performances in the contest. Lopez has recorded 20 or more points in 10 outings this season, doing so in two of his last five appearances.

Lopez supplied 12 points (4-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, three blocks and one steal over 35 minutes during Tuesday's 100-97 loss to the Rockets.

Lopez continues to provide steady production across the board for fantasy managers. In fact, he's second on the team in nine-category fantasy value over the last 10 games, producing third-round value with 14.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 2.1 blocks and 2.0 three-pointers while shooting 49.0 percent from the field.

Lopez had 22 points (8-14 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, four blocks, two assists and one steal in 31 minutes during Thursday's 116-110 win over the Clippers.

Lopez delivered a productive performance on the offensive end while tying the game-high mark in blocks. The big man has now recorded multiple swats in 32 of his 53 regular-season outings. Moreover, the veteran has also racked up nine games with 20 or more points this season. Lopez went through a rough stretch shooting the rock prior to the All-Star break, and entering Thursday's contest he had shot only 45.2 percent from the field since Jan. 1. He has averaged 14.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.4 blocks and 1.8 assists in 28.4 minutes per game over his last five appearances.

Lopez (shoulder) will play Monday night against the Warriors.

Lopez was labeled as probable due to a shoulder contusion leading up to tipoff, so his availability isn't a surprise. He's averaging 15.0 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 1.5 blocks through four February appearances.

Lopez is probable for Monday's game against the Warriors with a right shoulder contusion.

Lopez played 24 minutes against the 76ers on Sunday, finishing with 15 points (6-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds and two blocks. For now, the Bucks are planning on the veteran suiting up for the second leg of this back-to-back set despite the fact that he's not 100 percent.

Lopez (knee) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Hawks, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lopez will be on the floor Friday in Atlanta after finishing with 14 points and three rebounds in Wednesday's win against the Hornets. The veteran big man is currently averaging 12.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.9 blocks per game, shooting 47.5 percent from the floor and 37.1 percent from deep this season for Milwaukee.

Lopez is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Hawks due to a left knee contusion.

Lopez has missed just one game this season and is expected to remain in the lineup Friday despite dealing with a knee issue. The veteran big man continues to excel at protecting the rim and spacing the floor, as he is averaging 2.2 blocks and 1.8 three-pointers made across his last 10 outings.

Lopez finished Wednesday's 112-102 win over the Hornets with 14 points (4-8 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and three rebounds over 30 minutes.

The Bucks were without Giannis Antetokounmpo on Wednesday, who was a late scratch due to left calf soreness. Lopez got Milwaukee's offense off and running, going 4-for-5 from three-point range in the first quarter. The veteran center wasn't able to maintain that level of output over the last three quarters of the game, but that's when Damian Lillard (29 points) and the returning Bobby Portis (23) were able to pace the Bucks' offense. Lopez has connected on at least three three-pointers in four of his last six outings, and since the beginning of January he has averaged 11.6 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.9 blocks over 31.6 minutes per game.

Lopez (back) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Hornets.

Lopez missed Monday's loss to the Thunder with a back issue but will return to the floor Wednesday for the Bucks to take on the Hornets in Charlotte. The veteran big man is averaging 12.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 2.0 blocks per game for Milwaukee, shooting 47.5 percent from the floor and 36.5 percent from deep.

Lopez (back) has been downgraded to questionable for Wednesday's game against Charlotte.

Lopez was previously carrying a probable tag for Wednesday after missing Monday's game against the Thunder, so this is a bad sign for his fantasy managers. If Lopez is unable to go, Bobby Portis is expected to return from a personal absence and could see extended minutes at center.

Lopez (back) is probable for Wednesday's game versus the Hornets.

Lopez was held out of Monday's game versus the Thunder on the second leg of the back-to-back set, along with most of Milwaukee's key players. With Lopez expected back, Chris Livingston will likely shift to the bench after producing 10 points, six rebounds and two steals in 26 minutes of his fill-in start.

Lopez (back) is out for Monday's game against the Thunder, Steve McGehee of News 9 Oklahoma City reports.

Lopez will join the rest of Milwaukee's starters on the sidelines Monday on the second leg of the team's back-to-back. Since Bobby Portis (personal) also remains out against Oklahoma City, the Bucks appear likely to be forced into handing big minutes to the likes of Taurean Prince, Tyler Smith and Chris Livingston.

Lopez is questionable for Monday's game against the Thunder due to back soreness.

Lopez and Damian Lillard (groin) were added later to the Bucks' injury report, which initially dropped with Khris Middleton (ankles) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) being ruled out and Bobby Portis (personal) being doubtful. It looks as though all of Milwaukee's key players could be sidelined Monday.

Lopez (back) is available for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lopez popped up on Saturday's report due to a back injury, but he has been cleared to play in Sunday night's bout. He's averaged 11.1 points, 4.6 rebounds, 2.4 assists and 2.1 blocks over 32.7 minutes per game over his last 10 outings.

Lopez (back) has been listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.

Lopez hasn't missed a game all season for the Bucks but showed up on the team's injury report ahead of Sunday's game against Memphis. The veteran big man is averaging 12.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 2.0 blocks per game, shooting 79.4 percent from the floor and 36.3 percent from deep.

Lopez chipped in 13 points (4-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three blocks and one assist over 41 minutes during Saturday's 127-117 loss to the Clippers.

Lopez led the Bucks with a game-high mark in swats, recording his 26th outing with multiple blocks this season. The veteran also set a new season-high mark in playing time, though he struggled a bit with efficiency in the loss. The big man has dominated on the defensive end of late, and over his last five outings, he has averaged 11.6 points, 5.4 rebounds, 3.0 blocks and 2.4 assists across 35.4 minutes per contest.

Lopez recorded 13 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists and five blocks across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 122-93 win over the Magic.

The five rejections were Lopez's best performance at the rim since Nov. 13, and he fell one short of the season-high six he collected Opening Night against the Sixers. The veteran center has blocked multiple shots in eight of the last 15 games, averaging 14.4 points, 4.3 boards, 2.1 threes, 1.7 assists and 1.6 blocks over that stretch while shooting 52.2 percent from the floor.

Lopez notched 22 points (8-17 FG, 5-11 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 121-105 victory over the Spurs.

The Spurs couldn't find a way to slow Lopez down, and the big man tied his season-high mark for threes made in a single game. The veteran reached the 20-point mark for the seventh time this season, and it's becoming easier to trust him on a game-to-game basis, as he's reached that tally four times since Christmas.

Lopez recorded five points (2-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt), six rebounds, one block and one steal across 23 minutes during Saturday's 105-102 loss to the Trail Blazers.

Lopez was limited to under 25 minutes for the third straight game, continuing what has been an underwhelming season. Although he has strung together a few decent performances across the course of the first 33 games, he has also had his fair share of disappointment. In 31.8 minutes per game, Lopez is averaging 12.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.9 blocks and 1.8 three-pointers.

Lopez provided 22 points (9-22 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and three blocks in 38 minutes during Saturday's 116-111 loss to the Bulls.

Lopez led both teams with three blocks Saturday and finished as the Bucks' second-leading scorer behind Damian Lillard (29). Lopez has now scored at least 20 points in three straight games, and the veteran center has taken on a larger role on offense due to the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo (illness). Over his last six games, Lopez has averaged 16.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.3 blocks over 33.3 minutes per game.

Lopez logged 20 points (8-12 FG, 4-5 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists, two blocks and two steals across 34 minutes during Thursday's 111-105 loss to Brooklyn.

Lopez was remarkably efficient as a scoring option, going 4-for-5 from deep and missing just four of his 12 shots en route to his second consecutive outing with at least 20 points, and his fifth straight game with double-digit points. As good as he was offensively, the veteran big man found a way to make an impact on both ends of the court and managed to record at least two tallies in each of the six major categories. During that prolific five-game stretch, Lopez is averaging 16.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 0.4 steals and 1.2 blocks per contest.

Lopez ended with 21 points (7-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds and one assist across 36 minutes during Monday's 112-91 victory over the Bulls.

Lopez matched teammate Khris Middleton with a game-high 21 points during an efficient shooting display Monday, but the former wasn't a particularly active presence on the boards or the defensive end. Lopez had scored in single digits in all of his first five games of December, but he's gotten back in double figures in each of his past four outings, a period in which he's averaging 14.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.0 assists, 0.8 blocks and 2.5 three-pointers. The veteran big man's shooting can be streaky, and his role on offense can fluctuate when Milwaukee's roster is fully healthy, but Lopez should remain a steady force when it comes to threes and swats while locked into a starting role at center for the Bucks.

Lopez recorded 10 points (4-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 24 minutes during Friday's 124-101 loss to the Cavaliers.

The Bucks looked overmatched Friday, and while Giannis Antetokounmpo carried the offense almost on his own, Lopez posted decent numbers -- at least from an efficiency perspective. That said, it's hard to rely Lopez as a scoring weapon. He has reached double-digit points in just two of his seven games in December, averaging 7.3 points per game in that span.

Lopez closed Tuesday's 97-81 victory over Oklahoma City with 13 points (5-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt), nine rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 37 minutes.

Lopez finished one rebound shy of what would've been his second double-double of the campaign. Milwaukee's starting center has been very consistent this season and is on pace to return top-60 value in nine-category formats for his shot-blocking prowess and three-point shooting.

Lopez recorded three points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and three rebounds in 26 minutes during Sunday's 118-113 win over the Nets.

Lopez was a non-factor for most of the night, while Bobby Portis erupted for 23 points off the bench. Despite this dud, Lopez has been pretty reliable for most of the season, as he's on pace to post top-50 value in nine-category formats for his steady supply of three-pointers (1.8) and blocks (2.2).

Lopez closed Saturday's 124-114 win over the Wizards with 18 points (7-14 FG, 4-10 3Pt), three assists and three blocks over 35 minutes.

Lopez was the Bucks' third-best scorer in this win, sitting behind Damian Lillard's 25-point performance and Giannis Antetokounmpo's 42-point masterpiece. Lopez has scored in double digits in six games in a row while hitting multiple threes five times during that stretch. He's getting it done on the defensive end as well, recording multiple blocks in all but one game during the team's six-game winning stretch.

Lopez chipped in 13 points (5-6 FG, 3-3 3Pt), two rebounds, three assists and three blocks across 30 minutes during Tuesday's 106-103 win over the Heat.

The veteran center did what he does best, recording at least three blocks and three three-pointers in the same game for the fourth time in the last seven contests. Over that stretch, Lopez is averaging 17.0 points, 5.9 boards, 2.9 threes, 2.6 rejections, 1.9 assists and 1.7 steals while shooting 59.5 percent from the floor and a blistering 51.3 percent (20-for-39) from beyond the arc.

Lopez had 13 points (4-9 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal in 38 minutes during Saturday's 125-119 win over Charlotte.

The 36-year-old center continues to contribute at both ends of the court. Lopez has recorded at least one block, one steal and one three-pointer in seven straight games, averaging 17.0 points, 6.6 boards, 2,7 threes, 2.6 blocks, 2.0 steals and 1.9 assists over that stretch while shooting 53.7 percent from the floor and 41.3 percent (19-for-46) from beyond the arc.

Lopez finished Wednesday's 122-106 win over the Bulls with 21 points (9-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals over 35 minutes.

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard thrived in this win for Milwaukee, but the impact Lopez made on both ends of the court can't go unnoticed since he was a dominant presence throughout the contest. Lopez has been trending in the right direction as a scorer after reaching the 20-point mark in three of his last four contests.

Lopez racked up 27 points (11-15 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds, four blocks, three steals and one assist over 40 minutes during Monday's 101-100 win over the Rockets.

Lopez recorded his first double-double of the season while racking up a game-high 27 points. The big man was elite on the defensive end and contributed seven steals-plus-blocks, tying Tari Eason for the game-best mark. Lopez also logged five three-pointers for the second time in his last three games, and he put in a stellar performance after posting only five points on 2-for-7 shooting in Saturday's loss to the Hornets.

Lopez (back) checked back into Monday's game against the Rockets with 5:24 remaining in the second quarter, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

The big man went back to the locker room early in the second quarter after blocking an Amen Thompson dunk, though Lopez hit the deck hard. However, the veteran center is back, and he should be able to shoulder his normal workload the rest of the way.

Lopez (back) left for the locker room in the second quarter of Monday's game against the Rockets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lopez was able to block an Amen Thompson dunk, but the former fell hard to the ground and landed on his back. Bobby Portis should see more playing time off the bench for as long as Lopez is sidelined.

Lopez racked up 29 points (9-17 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 6-8 FT), eight rebounds, five blocks and three steals across 40 minutes during Wednesday's 127-120 overtime win over the Pistons.

Lopez enjoyed his best game of the 2024-25 campaign so far, as his efficient shooting helped him record a season-high 29 points. The veteran big man had yet to score above 15 points in a game before Wednesday's win. Lopez has somewhat struggled with his efficiency this year, posting 40.9/30.8/75.0 shooting splits across his first 12 appearances.

Lopez totaled 13 points (5-14 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, three assists, three blocks and two steals over 37 minutes during Tuesday's 99-85 win over the Raptors.

It's the fourth time in 11 games to begin the season that Lopez has produced at least five combined steals and blocks. The 36-year-old center has had a rough start to the season otherwise, shooting just 38.8 percent from the floor and 26.3 percent from beyond the arc while averaging a career-low 9.4 points a contest with 4.8 boards, 2.2 blocks, 1.7 assists, 1.4 threes and 1.1 steals.

Lopez notched seven points (3-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist in 24 minutes during Friday's 116-94 loss to New York.

After averaging 10.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.4 blocks and 1.1 steals in 31.6 minutes per game over his first seven appearances, Lopez has totaled only eight points, eight rebounds, two steals and one block over his last two appearances. The veteran's 24 minutes Friday tied a season-low mark.

Lopez produced 13 points (6-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt), six rebounds, four steals and two blocks across 36 minutes during Monday's 116-114 loss to the Cavaliers.

Lopez stuffed the stat sheet on the defensive end while grabbing six steals-plus-blocks for the third time this season. However, the big man struggled from three-point range once again, and he has shot only 28.2 percent from deep while attempting 5.6 triples per game. Lopez's defensive ability has helped his fantasy value, though his struggles with efficiency thus far have put a damper on his defensive production. Through seven regular-season outings, the 36-year-old has averaged 10.9 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.4 blocks, 1.4 assists and 1.1 steals across 31.4 minutes per game.

Lopez supplied 12 points (4-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist in 24 minutes during Thursday's 122-99 loss to the Grizzlies.

Lopez led the Bucks in three-point makes Thursday as Milwaukee shot just 9-for-42 from beyond the arc, and he managed to finish with the second-most points on the team behind Giannis Antetokounmpo (37). Lopez has scored in double digits in four of the first five games of the regular season, though he isn't expected to see a ton of volume on offense while playing alongside Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard.

Lopez closed with 13 points (5-14 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, four blocks and two steals across 32 minutes during Monday's 119-108 loss to Boston.

Despite an inefficient night, the big man ended as the club's third-highest scorer behind Damian Lillard (33) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (30). Lopez also posted a game-high four blocks, and he has totaled 13 swats through four regular-season games thus far. The 36-year-old did struggle from beyond the arc, and he is now a combined 5-for-21 from downtown this year.

Lopez (quadriceps) is available for Friday's game versus the Bulls.

Lopez was added to the injury report Thursday due to a minor quadriceps injury, but the veteran big man will play through it and shouldn't have any restrictions. Therefore, expect Lopez to handle his regular workload as the Bucks' starting center. He delivered 10 points, eight rebounds, six assists and six blocks across 36 minutes in the win over the 76ers on Wednesday.

Lopez is probable for Friday's game against the Bulls due to a right quadriceps contusion.

Lopez probably suffered the contusion in the season-opening win over the 76ers on Wednesday, where he recorded 10 points, eight rebounds, six assists and six blocks across 36 minutes. The probable tag suggests he's very likely to play and handle his regular workload as Milwaukee's starting center, though.

Lopez will start Wednesday's regular-season opener against the 76ers.

As expected, Lopez will return to the starting lineup after resting during the preseason finale. The talented big man averaged 2.4 blocks and 1.9 made three-pointers per game across 79 regular-season appearances last year.

Lopez (rest) isn't listed on the injury report for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the 76ers.

As expected, Lopez will suit up for Opening Night after resting during the Bucks' preseason finale. The veteran averaged 2.4 blocks and 1.9 made three-pointers per game across 79 regular-season appearances last year.

Lopez (rest) is not in the starting lineup for Thursday's preseason game against the Mavericks.

The Bucks have decided to rest most of their key contributors for this preseason finale, so Lopez isn't expected to see action. Either way, he should be fully available for the regular-season opener against the 76ers next Wednesday.

Lopez posted eight points (3-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt), four rebounds, two steals and two blocks across 15 minutes in Sunday's 120-87 preseason loss to the Pistons.

It seems head coach Doc Rivers tried to limit the minutes of the potential starters in this preseason opener, as no player reached the 20-minute threshold. Lopez will open the 2024-25 season as the starting center and should see steady minutes down low as Giannis Anteotkounmpo's frontcourt partner.

Lopez notched 27 points (12-18 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 0-4 FT), nine rebounds, one assist and one block over 39 minutes in Sunday's 126-113 loss to the Pacers in Game 4 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.

Lopez led all Bucks players in scoring in Sunday's loss while connecting on a trio of threes and ending one rebound shy of a double-double in a balanced performance. Lopez has stepped up as the leader in the paint for Milwaukee during the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf), reaching double figures in all four postseason games while finishing with his highest scoring and rebound marks of the series thus far.

Lopez recorded 22 points (8-13 FG, 6-7 3Pt), one rebound, three assists and two blocks in 29 minutes during Tuesday's 125-108 loss to the Pacers in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Although Lopez generated 22 points and drilled a season-high six three-pointers, his rebound production was conspicuously absent. His one rebound matched a season low for Lopez, who has seen a noticeable drop in the category during his 16th season in the pros.

Lopez (rest) is available for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Lopez, Khris Middleton (ankle) and Bobby Portis (rest) have all been upgraded from questionable to available, while Damian Lillard (adductor) has been downgraded to out and will join Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) on the sidelines. Lopez has made 29 straight appearances, averaging 11.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, 1.9 blocks and 1.7 assists in 28.6 minutes per game.

Lopez (rest) is questionable for Friday's game against the Thunder.

Lopez, Bobby Portis (rest) and Khris Middleton (rest) are all late additions to the injury report and are now carrying questionable tags. If Lopez is held out, the Bucks could potentially turn to Danilo Gallinari and utilize a smaller lineup.

Lopez notched 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), four rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one steal over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 117-99 win over the Magic.

Lopez scored in double figures for a fifth consecutive game Wednesday, and he also made a defensive impact with three blocks. He's averaged 15.6 points and 5.8 rebounds in 29.2 minutes per game over his last five appearances, and he should continue to see plenty of run in the frontcourt late in the regular season since Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) has been ruled out for the Bucks' final two games before the playoffs.

Lopez ended Wednesday's 111-101 loss to the Grizzlies with 25 points (9-14 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist in 38 minutes.

Lopez recorded his first double-double since Feb. 15, but his two-way efforts were not enough to avoid Milwaukee's upset loss against an already-eliminated Grizzlies team. Lopez has been anchoring the middle of the Bucks defense this season, but 25-point efforts are a rarity for him -- this was just the sixth time he scored 20 or more points in the current campaign.

Lopez produced 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 23 minutes during Sunday's 118-93 victory over the Thunder.

The Bucks handled their business early, so they were able to dial Lopez's minutes back a bit. He's averaging 10.9 points, 4.5 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.1 blocks and 2.3 three-pointers in 11 March appearances.

Lopez totaled 19 points (7-12 FG, 5-10 3Pt), seven rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal over 37 minutes during Thursday's 114-105 victory over the 76ers.

Lopez was efficient from beyond the arc and delivered an impressive stat line as he bounced back from a couple of rough, subpar outings in recent days. The veteran big man might play a secondary role on offense. However, he still gets enough touches to remain relevant as a scoring threat in fantasy, and he also makes an impact of his own due to his rebounding and shot-blocking ability. Lopez has been averaging 10.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game since the beginning of March, so there's room for improvement there.

Lopez logged six points (1-4 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-6 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two blocks over 31 minutes during Monday's 113-106 victory over the Clippers.

This was a muted performance for Lopez, as he failed to take advantage of the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo (Achilles). He's been stuck in a slump lately, averaging 9.7 points on 38.8 percent shooting from the field and 33.3 percent from beyond the arc over his last 10 outings.

Lopez accumulated 11 points (4-9 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and five blocks over 32 minutes during Sunday's 119-98 victory over the 76ers.

Lopez has been a machine in the blocks category this season. He's averaging 2.7 swats per game, and he's recorded at least five blocks nine times this campaign. At the age of 35, Lopez is showing no signs of slowing down.

Lopez recorded 16 points (6-12 FG, 4-10 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 112-107 win over Minnesota.

Lopez delivered a strong performance and stretched the floor admirably on offense, making it the fourth time over his last six appearances in which he's drained multiple threes. He also responded defensively, as he had to deal with the presence of Rudy Gobert (ankle) down low. Lopez is not a go-to player for the Bucks on offense, but he continues to deliver in a secondary role. He's averaging 11.5 points, 5.7 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per game over his last six appearances, a span in which he's also shooting 31.7 percent from three-point range.

Lopez chipped in 14 points (5-14 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, four blocks and two steals across 35 minutes during Thursday's 113-110 loss to the Grizzlies.

Lopez often has a soft touch around the rim and can make it rain from three-point range, but neither was the case Thursday, as he needed 14 shots to score 14 points while struggling badly from three-point range. The veteran big man still salvaged his fantasy stat line due to his solid contributions in peripheral stats, including his 15th game with four or more blocks in the current campaign. Lopez enters the All-Star break with averages of 13.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 2.2 blocks and 2.0 assists per game since the beginning of January.

Lopez (back) will play Tuesday versus Miami.

Damian Lillard (ankle) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) will play through their probable tags, while Lopez will shed a questionable tag to suit up for this contest. Lopez played 29 minutes Monday versus Denver, producing nine points, five rebounds, three assists, three blocks and three triples in 29 minutes.

Lopez is questionable for Tuesday's game against Miami due to back soreness.

Lopez is averaging just 10.7 points and 5.7 rebounds in 27.3 minutes across his last three contests, but Milwaukee participating in three lopsided affairs is a relevant factor in his recent workload. If Lopez is able to suit up Tuesday, he will look to extend his streak of five consecutive appearances with multiple blocks.

Lopez (personal) tallied 12 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 26 minutes in Thursday's 129-105 loss to the Timberwolves.

Lopez rejoined the Bucks after he missed the past three games due to his wife giving birth to the couple's first child. He took back his usual spot in the starting five Thursday and contributed solid numbers across the board, though his minutes were suppressed due to the blowout nature of the game.

Lopez (personal) is good to go for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lopez is back after a three-game absence, which will likely result in his brother, Robin, returning to the second unit. Bobby Portis' minutes will likely be dialed back to the mid-20s with BroLo active.

Lopez (personal) is probable for Thursday's game against the Timberwolves.

Lopez has missed three straight games due to personal issues, and the Bucks are 1-2 during that stretch. They'll likely get their center back for a tough matchup versus Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns, but Khris Middleton (ankle) is out and Damian Lillard (ankle) is questionable.

Lopez (personal) will not play in Tuesday's game against the Suns.

Lopez will miss his third straight game, and it's unclear if he'll be back for Thursday's game against Minnesota. Bobby Portis and Robin Lopez will hold down the fort at center in the meantime.

Lopez (personal) will remain sidelined Tuesday versus Phoenix.

Lopez will miss his third consecutive game while tending to a personal matter. Bobby Portis started in his stead during Sunday's game against Utah, but Robin Lopez had drawn the start Saturday against Dallas.

Lopez (personal) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Jazz.

Lopez will miss both halves of the Bucks' weekend back-to-back set for personal reasons. His next chance to suit up will come Tuesday in Phoenix. Robin Lopez started Saturday's matchup in his brother's absence but played just four minutes, while Bobby Portis and Jae Crowder saw expanded roles off the bench.

Lopez (personal) won't play in Saturday's game against Dallas.

Lopez will miss the opening leg of the Bucks back-to-back road set for personal reasons. In his absence, Bobby Portis and Robin Lopez should be expected to handle most of the center duties.

Lopez contributed 19 points (7-13 FG, 5-9 3Pt), two rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 34 minutes during Monday's 113-107 loss to Denver.

Lopez was beckoning for the ball in the final minutes of the game, catching-and-firing with confidence as Milwaukee's offense stalled down the stretch. Lopez is on a heater, canning 11 threes across his past two games following a seven-game stretch of 28.0 percent shooting from deep. His shot volume in January has increased, averaging 10.9 shots per game versus 9.2 in December.

Lopez accumulated 24 points (8-11 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one steal over 35 minutes during Saturday's 141-117 victory over the Pelicans.

Lopez posted his 10th game of the season with at least three made triples, matching his season-high of six en route to his fifth 20-point game of the season. Lopez posted 26 games with 20-plus points last season, so his scoring ceiling has been diminished in 2023-24, although his shot blocking and defensive impact remain in peak form.

Lopez finished Monday's 122-113 win over Detroit with 15 points (6-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists and four blocks in 35 minutes.

Lopez recorded a team-best blocks total while ending second on the team in rebounds and as one of five Bucks players with a double-digit point total in a double-double outing. Lopez has hauled in 10 or more rebounds in three games this year, including in two straight contests. Those two straight double-digit rebound performances have also ended in a double-double, his only two double-doubles of the year thus far.

Lopez finished Saturday's 141-135 win over Detroit with 19 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, three blocks and one steal across 37 minutes.

Incredibly, it's the first double-double of the season for the veteran center -- Lopez did record 10 boards against the Cavs on Dec, 29, but he only scored nine points. He continues to be among the league leaders in rejections, and Lopez has delivered multiple blocks in six straight games and 19 of 23 since the beginning of December, averaging 12.3 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.0 blocks, 1.9 assists and 1.5 threes over that stretch.

Lopez ended Saturday's 129-118 win over Golden State with 11 points (5-9 FG, 1-5 3Pt), eight rebounds, six assists and two blocks across 34 minutes.

Lopez handed out a season-high six assists in the win, a nice bonus for anyone rostering the veteran center. He is currently sitting at 2.8 blocks per game for the season, buoying his overall fantasy value. Outside of blocks, he doesn't offer a ton of upside, averaging 12.7 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.6 three-pointers. With that said, he is a clear must-roster player across all formats, although he does offer far more upside when it comes to category leagues.

Lopez closed with nine points (4-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and three blocks across 33 minutes during Thursday's 125-121 victory over the Spurs.

Lopez continues to be one of the NBA's best rim protectors, averaging a career-high 3.0 blocks per game across his first 35 appearances in 2023-24. However, Lopez had his hands full against San Antonio, matching up with rookie phenom Victor Wembanyama.

Lopez ended Friday's 119-111 victory over the Cavaliers with nine points (4-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 10 rebounds, two assists and six blocks across 36 minutes.

Lopez is not known for being a proficient scorer and has posted single-digit scoring digits in three of his last four outings. However, he's been an absolute beast on the defensive end, tallying multiple blocks in five of his last six contests and also bringing energy on the glass. Even though Lopez is a below-average rebounder for his size, he is the piece that anchors the defense for the Bucks, and while his scoring numbers aren't there on a regular basis, he does enough on both ends of the court to remain valuable in all fantasy formats.

Lopez accumulated 14 points (5-7 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, two blocks and two steals over 37 minutes during Thursday's 118-114 win over the Magic.

Lopez took just seven shots over 37 minutes of action, but he still posted a useful scoring output since he was able to knock down five of the attempts. That total included a pair of three-pointers, as Lopez bounced back well after going 0-for-5 from deep against the Spurs in his previous game. The veteran center added two blocks to his ledger Thursday, giving him multiple swats in 19 of his 28 contests on the campaign. Lopez is tied for first in the NBA with 3.0 blocked shots per game this season.

Lopez finished with 18 points (7-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 1-3 FT), six rebounds, two assists and four blocks in 37 minutes during Thursday's 128-119 loss to the Pacers.

Lopez led all players in Thursday's In Season Tournament semifinal contest in blocks while finishing with a handful of rebounds and as one of four Bucks with a double-digit point total. Lopez has reached double figures in scoring in 12 of his last outings, adding five or more rebounds in nine of those games. He has recorded at least four blocks on eight occasions, including in three of his last five contests.

Lopez logged nine points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt), eight rebounds, three assists, three blocks and three steals over 34 minutes during Tuesday's 146-122 victory over the Knicks.

Lopez was quiet on the offensive end but brought it defensively, delivering six combined steals and blocks. It's been another strong start to the season for the veteran, continuing to defy the odds on a nightly basis. He is currently second in the league in blocks, averaging 2.8 per game, to go with 13.2 points, 0.9 steals and 1.8 three-pointers.

Lopez provided 10 points (4-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt), six rebounds, three assists, four blocks and three steals across 31 minutes during Sunday's 108-102 victory over the Trail Blazers.

Lopez did a little bit of everything for Milwaukee in a winning effort, finishing one of five players with 10 or more points while recording a team-high blocks totals and tying a team-high in steals. Lopez has tallied at least 10 points, five rebounds, three blocks and three steals twice this season, having posted 10 or more points with five or more rebounds in four straight contests.

Lopez finished Friday's 131-128 victory over the Wizards with 39 points (14-17 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, one assist, three blocks and two steals over 32 minutes.

Lopez had a hot hand throughout the close contest, missing just three of his 17 shot attempts and draining all seven of his free-throw tries. The veteran center's 39 points tied the career-best mark that he originally established while playing for the Nets way back in 2011. Lopez didn't score more than 16 points in any of his first 14 games this season, but he's exploded for 67 total points during his past two contests, making an absurd 26 of 35 field-goal tries (74.3 percent) over that span.

Lopez recorded 28 points (12-18 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 33 minutes during Wednesday's 119-116 loss to the Celtics.

Lopez dominated the paint against the Celtics, finishing with a game- and season-high 28 points. It was the veteran's first outing of the campaign with at least 20 points, and he's blocked one or more shots in 12 of his last 13 matchups. During that stretch, Lopez has averaged 11.6 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.3 blocks and 1.1 assists in 29.2 minutes per game.

Lopez chipped in 15 points (7-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists and six blocks over 33 minutes during Friday's 130-99 win over the Hornets.

The 15 points were a season high for the veteran center, but the six blocks weren't even Lopez's best performance of the week on the defensive end as he piled up seven rejections against the Raptors on Wednesday. Through 12 games, Lopez's scoring is way down (10.1 points a game on 44.2 percent field-goal shooting) as Damian Lillard adjusts to his new teammates, but he's compensated with an increased focus on rim protection that has him averaging a career-high 2.9 blocks a night.

Lopez contributed 10 points (4-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, four assists, seven blocks and one steal over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 128-112 victory over the Raptors.

Lopez impressed on both ends of the court in a winning effort, leading all Bucks players in rebounds and blocks while finishing as one of six players with a double-digit point total. Lopez has recorded seven or more blocks in two games this season, recording at least three blocks in five contests. Lopez has also posted at least 10 points and five rebounds in five outings this year.

Lopez recorded four points (2-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt), seven rebounds and two assists across 27 minutes during Monday's 129-125 victory over Brooklyn.

Lopez tied his season high with seven rebounds, but the rest of his production was muted. It was doubly disappointing given he blocked eight shots and drilled four three-pointers during Friday's narrow win over the Knicks, suggesting he'd broken out of an early-season slump. The addition of Damian Lillard has impacted every player on the Bucks, but Lopez should have brighter nights ahead, especially when his new-look squad starts to find a rhythm.

Lopez recorded 13 points (4-15 FG, 4-10 3Pt), eight blocks, five rebounds and one steal in 36 minutes in Friday's 110-105 win over the Knicks.

Though Lopez had gotten off to a slow start to the 2023-24 campaign and is now shooting just 40 percent from the field after Friday's game, fantasy managers can't complain too much after he posted huge numbers in the blocks and three-pointers categories. He had swatted just two shots through the Bucks' first four games, but after turning away eight shots Friday, he's now averaging 2.0 per game on the campaign.

Lopez chipped in 13 points (5-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt) and two rebounds over 29 minutes during Thursday's 118-117 win over the 76ers.

Lopez had his three-point stroke working in the Bucks' regular-season opener but failed to contribute outside of the scoring column. The veteran big man averaged 6.7 rebounds and 2.5 blocks per game en route to finishing as a top-20 overall fantasy contributor in leagues with eight-category settings, so his lack of all-around production is a bit concerning. However, it's just one game, and the Bucks were clearly trying to acclimate recently-acquired Damian Lillard to the mix, so greener pastures should be Lopez's future.

Lopez is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game against the Grizzlies.

Lopez was rested during Tuesday's preseason game, but he has a clean bill of health. The Bucks appear to be using their projected Opening Night lineup for Friday's exhibition.

Lopez (rest) will not play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Thunder, according to Bucks reporter Justin Garcia.

This is just a maintenance day for the veteran center. It remains to be seen if Lopez will make an appearance in Milwaukee's final preseason game Friday against the Grizzlies.

Lopez has agreed to return to the Bucks on a two-year, $48 million contract, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Lopez was one of the hottest free agents on the market with several rumored suitors. However, he opted to return to Milwaukee in the end. After back surgery in the 2021-22 season, Lopez returned to form in 2022-23. The 35-year-old big man averaged 15.9 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.5 steals, 2.5 blocks and 1.7 triples across 30.4 minutes in 78 games. His block average was a career high, and he ended up second in Defensive Player of the Year voting. He projects to again be a valuable piece for the Bucks in the upcoming season.

Lopez logged 18 points (7-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 44 minutes during Wednesday's 128-126 overtime loss to the Heat in Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Lopez was forced to embrace a bigger role on offense -- while being his usual dominating self on defense -- due to the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo in Game 2 and Game 3, and the big man responded by stepping his game up. Unfortunately, his efforts were not enough, and the Bucks suffered a shocking first-round exit despite ending the regular season with the best record in the league. Lopez averaged 19.0 points, 6.4 rebounds and 1.8 blocks per game during the series.

Lopez provided 36 points (13-23 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 11 rebounds, three blocks and two steals across 39 minutes during Monday's 119-114 loss to the Heat in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Lopez turned in arguably his best game of the season, leading the Bucks with 36 points to go with five combined steals and blocks. Both he and the returning Giannis Antetokounmpo did everything they could to get the victory, ultimately coming up short. The series now heads back to Milwaukee where the Bucks will need to win to stay alive in the playoffs.

Lopez contributed six points (3-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 30 minutes during Saturday's 121-99 loss to the Heat in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Lopez struggled offensively Saturday after scoring 25 points in Milwaukee's Game 2 win. However, the veteran center still made an impact defensively and finished with at least one tally in each defensive category for a third straight contest. Over the first three games of the opening-round series, Lopez has averaged 13.7 points, 3.7 rebounds, 1.7 assists, 1.7 blocks and 1.3 steals in 33.3 minutes.

Lopez logged 25 points (12-17 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals across 34 minutes during Wednesday's 138-122 win over the Heat in Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Quarterfinals.

Lopez led the way for the Bucks Wednesday night in the blowout win with teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo (back) sidelined. The veteran center only missed five shots, which led to a team-high 25 points, with 14 coming in the first quarter. The Heat had no answer for Lopez, as 24 of his points were scored in the painted area.

Lopez (rest) was a full participant during Tuesday's practice, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lopez missed back-to-back games to end the regular season due to rest purposes, but as expected, he's full go ahead of the playoffs. Across 78 appearances, the Defensive Player of the Year candidate averaged 15.9 points, 6.7 rebounds and a career-best 2.5 blocks in 30.4 minutes per game.

Lopez (rest) will not play in Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Raptors.

Lopez will skip the final two games of the Bucks' regular season to rest up for the team's impending playoff run. He joins a gaggle of Bucks who will get the night off, leaving numerous reserve players to pick up some additional run Sunday. Lopez finishes the regular season averaging 15.9 points, 6.7 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 3.0 blocks-plus steals over 30.4 minutes per game.

Lopez (rest) will not play Friday against Memphis.

The big man will get a well-deserved night off after helping the Bucks lock up the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference on Wednesday night against Chicago. The Bucks will also hold out Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Khris Middleton (knee) and Jrue Holiday (rest) on Friday, and that could again be the case for Sunday's regular season finale at Toronto.

Lopez closed with 20 points (8-11 FG, 4-7 3Pt), one assist, five blocks and one steal in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 140-128 victory over the Wizards.

Lopez dominated in his typical, efficient fashion while locking down the paint. Lopez entered the contest in a 6 of 27 slump from three but broke out and looked confident in doing so.

Lopez racked up 24 points (8-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 14 rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 35 minutes during Monday's 126-117 win over Detroit.

The veteran center collected his 11th double-double of the season, with four of them coming in his last nine games. Lopez has also recorded at least one block in 12 straight contests, averaging 3.3 rejections a game over that stretch.

Lopez totaled 17 points (8-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 14 rebounds, two assists and seven blocks over 26 minutes during Friday's 144-116 victory over the Jazz.

This was the third highest rebounding total for Lopez this season, and it was also the second highest block total of the campaign. The Bucks took care of business early in Friday's game, so Lopez only saw 26 minutes. That means he should be relatively fresh for the second leg of their back-to-back set Saturday against Denver.

Lopez finished with 26 points (9-15 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 7-7 FT), five rebounds, two assists and two blocks across 31 minutes in Sunday's 118-111 win over the Raptors.

On a night in which Milwaukee had all of its regular starters available, Lopez finished as the Bucks' surprise scoring leader, inching out both Giannis Antetokoumpo (22 points) and Khris Middleton (20 points). Even though Lopez has been on somewhat of an offensive spree to begin March -- he's averaging 22.0 points on 58.3 percent shooting from the field and 42.6 percent from three-point range through nine outings -- the veteran center will likely settle into more of a secondary role behind Antetokounmpo, Middleton and perhaps even Jrue Holiday once his red-hot efficiency inevitably drops off a bit. Even if his offensive production cools, Lopez should still be a useful lineup option for fantasy managers thanks to his immense production as a shot blocker.

Lopez (ankle) is available Sunday against the Raptors.

Lopez sat out Thursday against the Pacers due to left ankle soreness, but he was probable ahead of Sunday's matchup and has officially been cleared to return. He's posted double-doubles in two of his last four appearances, averaging 21.8 points and 8.8 rebounds in 36.3 minutes per game.

Lopez (ankle) has been upgraded to probable ahead of Sunday's game against the Raptors.

This is clearly a step in the right direction for Lopez, who missed Thursday's game against the Pacers due to left ankle soreness. Lopez has been playing well of late and has posted a double-double in two of his last four appearances, averaging 21.8 points, 8.8 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 4.5 blocks in 36.3 minutes per game over that span.

Lopez (ankle) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Indiana, Dustin Dopirak of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Lopez has posted double-doubles in two of his last four appearances, averaging 21.8 points, 8.8 rebounds and 2.3 assists in 36.3 minutes per game. However, he'll sit due to his sore left ankle Thursday, which should lead to increased playing time for Bobby Portis.

Lopez is questionable for Thursday's game against the Pacers due to left ankle soreness.

Lopez has posted double-doubles in two of his last four appearances and has averaged 21.8 points and 8.8 rebounds in 36.3 minutes per game during that time. If he's sidelined against Indiana, Bobby Portis should see increased run.

Lopez finished Tuesday's 116-104 win over Phoenix with 21 points (10-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one block and two steals across 34 minutes.

Lopez was able to contain Deandre Ayton in the win and enjoyed a productive scoring total as well. He's putting together a very productive month, averaging 21.5 points, 7.0 rebounds and impressive 3.1 blocks over eight games in March.

Lopez was ejected from Monday's game against the Kings after being assessed a fighting foul, James Ham of ESPN 1320 Sacramento reports. He recorded 23 points (9-14 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, four assists and three blocks in 37 minutes.

Lopez and Trey Lyles were in the middle of a scuffle following a hard foul on Giannis Antetokounmpo, but the game was already well in hand at this point. Lopez continues to play at a high level on both ends of the court and has scored 20-plus points in three of his last four contests while also swatting away at least three shots in each of these matchups.

Lopez ended with 19 points (8-16 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist, five blocks and one steal across 38 minutes during Saturday's 125-116 overtime loss to the Warriors.

With Giannis Antetokounmpo (hand) missing his third straight game, the Bucks put together a balanced attack that featured seven players with double-digit scoring. Lopez tied for the team lead with 19 points, but his best work was again on the defensive end of the court, where he swatted five shots. That followed a nine-block effort his last time out, and Lopez has now swatted at least three shots in four straight games. He's been thriving for nearly a month, averaging 21.3 points, 7.5 boards, 2.1 three-pointers and 3.1 blocks over his past 10 contests.

Lopez finished Thursday's 118-113 victory over the Nets with 24 points (10-20 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists, nine blocks and one steal over 36 minutes.

Lopez came up one block short of posting what would've been the first triple-double with points, rebounds and blocks since Anthony Davis accomplished that feat in 2018. The big man continues to have an excellent season and is averaging 15.2 points, his highest mark since the 2016-17 campaign, with 6.6 rebounds and a career-high 2.5 blocks per contest. Lopez is also on a run of nine straight games with double-digit scoring figures, a span in which he's averaged 21.6 points per game.

Lopez provided 26 points (9-14 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 8-9 FT), six rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal over 34 minutes during Tuesday's 134-123 win over the Magic.

Lopez led all Bucks players in scoring and blocks while finishing four rebounds shy of a double-double in Tuesday's win. Lopez has scored 25 or more points on six occasions this season, including in two of his last three outings.

Lopez registered 15 points (6-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal across 27 minutes during Sunday's 117-111 win over Washington.

Lopez drilled three triples for a second straight game, and he continues to showcase his skills as a rim protector. He's registered at least one block in four of his last five contests. Lopez is averaging 20.6 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 2.0 blocks over his last seven appearances.

Lopez supplied 13 points (6-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt), 10 rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 28 minutes during Tuesday's 118-104 victory over Brooklyn.

It's the second straight double-double and the seventh of the season for Lopez, who has taken his production on the glass up a notch over the last month or so. The veteran center is averaging 15.4 points, 8.6 boards, 2.2 blocks, 1.2 assists and 1.2 threes over the last 12 games, recording double-digit rebounds five times and multiple blocks eight times.

Lopez supplied 22 points (9-17 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 13 rebounds and four blocks across 36 minutes during Sunday's 104-101 win over the Suns.

Lopez led the team in rebounds and blocks while finishing second in scoring en route to a double-double performance in a winning effort. Lopez has tallied at least 20 points and 10 rebounds on five occasions this year.

Lopez finished Thursday's 112-100 win over the Bulls with 33 points (13-18 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-7 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and four blocks across 33 minutes.

Lopez erupted for a game-high 33 points in the win, having his way against a lackluster defensive unit. Giannis Antetokounmpo (wrist) was unable to finish the game, meaning Lopez took it upon himself to dominate the paint. His offensive production has been up and down over the past two weeks, alternating good and bad games on a consistent basis. However, his blocks remain a reliable part of his overall game, ensuring must-roster status across all formats.

Lopez accumulated four points (0-3 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), two rebounds and one assist over 25 minutes during Tuesday's 131-125 overtime victory over the Celtics.

Lopez was limited due to foul trouble in the first half and wasn't all that effective even when he was on the floor. Over his last seven appearances, the veteran big man has struggled with consistency on offense, notching two 20-plus-point outings but failing to score in double figures in the other five contests. Despite the inconsistent scoring, Lopez was still able to generate fantasy production by racking up rebounds and blocks, but those were hard to come by against Boston. For now, Tuesday's poor performance can likely be attributed to an off-night marred by foul trouble, but it'd be nice to see Lopez bounce back in a big way Thursday against Chicago, which is Milwaukee's final game before the All-Star break.

Lopez closed with 22 points (9-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt), 15 rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal over 32 minutes during Friday's 119-106 victory over the Clippers.

Lopez really got going in the second quarter, knocking down six of nine shot attempts for 14 points to go along with seven rebounds. However, the big man took only three more shots in the second half, all of which came from beyond the arc, before finishing second on the team with 22 points. Lopez added a game-high 15 boards on the night to notch his fifth double-double of the season and he's now grabbed double-digit rebounds in back-to-back games. He's also broken the 20-point mark in two of his last three, shooting 63.6 percent from the field over that stretch.

Lopez ended with nine points (3-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and three blocks across 33 minutes during Thursday's 115-106 victory over the Lakers.

Lopez was battling an illness leading up to the contest, but that didn't stop him from playing 33 minutes. The big man didn't come close to the 27 points he scored his previous time out, but he was still a big factor with 10 boards and three blocked shots. This was the eighth time on the campaign that Lopez has notched double-digit boards -- he didn't corral more than seven boards in any of his 12 regular-season contests during an injury-plagued campaign last year.

Lopez (illness) is listed as available for Thursday's contest against the Lakers.

After coming into Thursday feeling under the weather, the center ultimately feels well enough to suit up against Los Angeles. Expect Lopez to build off his dominant 27-point performance against Portland.

Lopez (illness) is probable to play Thursday against the Lakers.

Lopez is feeling a little under the weather, but it doesn't appear he's in any danger of missing Thursday's game. He's coming off a 27-point performance and will look to keep it going with a favorable matchup against the Lakers.

Lopez produced 27 points (9-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-9 FT), nine rebounds and one steal over 32 minutes during Monday's 127-108 victory over Portland.

Giannis Antetokounmpo dealt with foul trouble for much of the night Monday, opening the door for Lopez to establish himself on offense more assertively than usual. The big man scored 17 points in the first half and led the Bucks with 27 points overall, recording his highest scoring total since he went off for 30 points against New Orleans on Dec. 19. Lopez entered the game having averaged just 7.7 points on 38.5 percent shooting over his previous three contests, so his performance against the Blazers was a welcome bounce-back.

Lopez posted 15 points (6-12 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, two blocks and one steal over 32 minutes during Sunday's 135-110 victory over the Pelicans.

Lopez had a horrible evening against Denver last week, but he's responded with two respectable totals since. Lopez depends heavily on a successful night off the glass, as his rebound totals can help mask any decrease in shot volume. Lopez is currently averaging 2.5 blocked shots per game, which is on pace to be his career-best average in the category.

Lopez supplied five points (2-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, two assists and four blocks across 32 minutes during Wednesday's 107-99 victory over the Nuggets.

Although Lopez racked up four blocks during Wednesday's win, he wasn't nearly as productive on offense and posted his third-lowest scoring total of the season while being held under 10 points for just the second time over his last nine outings. The 34-year-old has also recorded at least two blocks in seven of those nine appearances and has averaged 14.4 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.2 blocks in 31.4 minutes per game across that span.

Lopez notched 21 points (8-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 24 minutes during Monday's 150-130 victory over the Pistons.

Defense was an afterthought for both clubs Monday, helping Lopez score at least 20 points for the first time in six games. The veteran center has been a steady contributor on offense in January, and over the last eight games he's averaging 15.6 points, 5.3 boards, 2.5 threes, 2.0 blocks and 1.1 assists.

Lopez recorded 19 points (8-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist and one block over 34 minutes during Monday's 132-119 win over the Pacers.

Lopez was one of five Bucks players to reach double figures in scoring in Monday's victory, finishing one point short of surpassing the 20-point mark. Lopez has tallied at least 15 points and five rebounds in three of his last five outings.

Lopez ended Thursday's 108-102 loss to the Heat with six points (2-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt), three rebounds, two assists and one steal in 32 minutes.

Lopez recorded his fourth double-double of the season Wednesday against Atlanta, but he was much less productive during Thursday's loss to the Heat. Although the Bucks were playing without Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) in the frontcourt, Lopez was inefficient from the floor and posted his lowest scoring total since Dec. 15. He's now been held under 10 points in four of his last seven appearances and has averaged 12.9 points and 9.6 rebounds in 29.4 minutes per game during that time.

Lopez closed with 20 points (8-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 32 minutes during Wednesday's 114-105 win over Atlanta.

Lopez led Milwaukee in scoring in the first half with 12 points on 5-of-8 shooting from the field, including 2-of-3 from behind the arc. He remained efficient in the second half, knocking down three of five field goal attempts for another eight points as the Bucks took down Atlanta on the road. The center added 12 boards in the contest to notch his fourth double-double of the season and has now grabbed at least 10 rebounds in four of his last six games.

Lopez had 17 points (7-16 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 0-1 FT), seven rebounds, two assists, three blocks and one steal across 33 minutes during Monday's 111-107 win over New York.

It's the first time in over a month Lopez has recorded multiple blocks and multiple threes in the same game. It's the veteran center's offensive game that's been letting him down lately, as he's scored in single digits in three of the last five contests, but over his last 12 he's still averaging a strong 16.0 points, 8.0 boards, 2.2 blocks, 1.4 threes and 1.3 assists while shooting 56.0 percent from the floor.

Lopez registered nine points (4-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 19 rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 38 minutes during Wednesday's 104-101 overtime victory over Toronto.

Lopez couldn't repeat the double-double he recorded Tuesday against the Wizards, but he was a force on the glass once again and grabbed double-digit boards for the third contest in a row. Lopez has never been known as a top rebounder or as a defensive threat, but he's taken leaps forward in that sense this season. He's averaging a career-best 2.6 blocks with 6.5 rebounds and 14.6 points per contest.

Lopez amassed 21 points (10-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, three assists, six blocks and one steal in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 123-113 victory over Washington.

Lopez reached the 20-point threshold for the first time since Dec. 23 in Tuesday's win. He did so by shooting with efficiency from the field, as he knocked down 76.9 percent of his attempts from the field. Lopez has also been a big factor at the rim of late by recording four or more blocks in three of his last four appearances.

Lopez provided 13 points (5-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, four blocks and one steal over 26 minutes before fouling out of Friday's 123-114 victory over the Timberwolves.

Lopez provided elite rim protection once again Friday, swatting another four shots. After an injury-plagued 2021-22 season, Lopez has been able to turn back the clock over the first 10 weeks, putting up top-20 value thus far. His value is primarily tied to his shot-blocking ability, meaning his overall value is somewhat skewed. With that said, he is a clear must-roster player across all formats.

Lopez had 23 points (10-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and one steal over 30 minutes during Friday's 118-100 loss to the Nets.

Lopez got off to a hot start in this one by pouring in nine first-quarter points on 4-for-8 from the field and 1-for-2 from the charity stripe. He carried this momentum into the second half when he put up 12 points and knocked down both of his tries from beyond the arc. Lopez finished second on his squad in scoring behind Giannis Antetokounmpo and has now put up 20-plus points in two of his last three appearances.

Lopez contributed 14 points (5-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals over 28 minutes during Wednesday's 114-106 loss to the Cavaliers.

Lopez did not take many shots Wednesday but was effective when given the chance. He's 25-for-39 over his last three contests and is averaging 20.7 points per game during that span. He's now made 40.0 percent of his three-pointers this season, the best mark of his career by a significant margin.

Lopez finished with 30 points (12-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one block in 35 minutes during Monday's 128-119 win over the Pelicans.

Even though Giannis Antetokounmpo grabbed most of the headlines after pouring in 42 points in his return to action, Lopez's game can't be overlooked -- aside from recording his best effort of the season in the scoring column, he also looked active on the glass and was his usual disruptive presence on the defensive end. The veteran big man is having one of the best seasons of his carer in 2022-23, and he's averaging 12.7, 6.2 rebounds and 2.4 blocks per game in December.

Lopez amassed 18 points (8-15 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-3 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and three blocks in 26 minutes during Saturday's 123-97 victory over Utah.

Lopez was coming off an ugly performance against the Grizzlies with just four points (1-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT) across 18 minutes Thursday, but he bounced back admirably here and looked active on both ends of the court, registering multiple blocks and attacking the glass while also delivering his best scoring output since Nov. 23, when he scored 20 points in a loss to the Bulls. Despite the solid outing here, Lopez is expected to see his offensive numbers regress when sharing the court alongside Jrue Holiday, Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) and Khris Middleton (knee).

Lopez posted four points (1-6 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist across 18 minutes during Thursday's 142-101 loss to the Grizzlies.

Lopez and the rest of the Bucks' starters were pulled early in the blowout loss, with Lopez contributing just four points on poor efficiency. It marks the fourth straight game Lopez has finished with seven or fewer points, and Lopez may continue on that path with Khris Middleton firmly back in the mix. Lopez has provided a ton of fantasy value thanks to his block count thus far, but he'll need to continue contributing on that front to maintain value if his scoring wanes.

Lopez chipped in seven points (2-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and three blocks in 33 minutes during Sunday's 97-92 loss to the Rockets.

Lopez fell short of the mark Sunday, delivering a mediocre line, at least by his standards. Currently, in the midst of a bounce-back season, Lopez simply couldn't find any rhythm on the offensive end. He salvaged his night with another three blocks, an element of his game that has been rock solid. Poor performance aside, Lopez should continue to put up top-50 value ROS.

Lopez accumulated four points (1-4 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and three blocks across 29 minutes during Friday's 106-105 victory over Dallas.

Khris Middleton set the screen to give Lopez a clear path for the clinching layup. Lopez's late game heroics made his otherwise subpar stat line an afterthought, but the Mavericks were successful in containing him for most of the game. He'll look for a better result against the Rockets over the weekend.

Lopez finished Wednesday's 126-113 win over the Kings with 17 points (6-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one block across 34 minutes.

Lopez returned to the starting lineup after missing Monday's game against the Magic, and he came close to posting his third double-double of the campaign. Lopez has emerged as a reliable defensive stalwart for Milwaukee but is also producing on the offensive end, scoring in double digits in four of his last five contests and averaging 15.3 points per game -- the best mark of his five-year career with the Bucks.

Lopez (rest) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Magic, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

The Bucks will get Giannis Antetokounmpo, Jrue Holiday and Khris Middleton back on the court for Monday's matchup, but Lopez will get a chance to rest after topping 30 minutes of playing time in the last three games. Bobby Portis should see increased run in the frontcourt against the Magic, while it wouldn't be surprising to see Lopez back in action Wednesday against Sacramento.

Lopez is questionable for Monday's game against the Magic for rest purposes.

Lopez has topped 30 minutes in the last three games, but it's possible he gets a chance to rest against Orlando. If he's held out, more minutes would likely be available for Bobby Portis.

Lopez is in the starting five for Saturday's game against the Hornets.

Lopez has been upgraded from questionable to available for Saturday's game. Lopez is averaging 15.3 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.9 blocks and 1.0 assists in 31.1 minutes across 21 games this season.

Lopez (rest) is expected to take the floor Saturday versus the Hornets, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Lopez was considered questionable for the evening's contest as he considered a rest night for the first time all year, but it appears the veteran big man will likely give it a go. He figures to start alongside Bobby Portis in the frontcourt with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) getting the night off.

Lopez is questionable due to rest for Saturday's game at Charlotte.

Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Jrue Holiday (knee) and Khris Middleton (conditioning) have already been ruled out for the second half of the back-to-back set after the Bucks lost to the Lakers on Friday. Even if Lopez plays Saturday, it wouldn't be surprising if he saw fewer minutes than usual.

Lopez provided 20 points (8-16 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-3 FT), seven rebounds, one block and one steal over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 118-113 loss to the Bulls.

Lopez continues to have a strong season as the Bucks' starting center and is making a big impact on both ends of the floor, something that would've been unthinkable one season ago. He's posting his best figures since the days he was with the Nets, and he's also averaging a career-best 2.6 blocks per contest. Over his last nine appearances, Lopez is averaging 18.8 points, 5.1 rebounds and 2.6 blocks per game while shooting 51.2 percent from the field and 42.4 percent from deep.

Lopez finished with 15 points (5-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, four blocks, two assists and one steal in 34 minutes in Friday's 110-102 loss to the 76ers.

Coming off an injury plagued 2021-22 campaign, Lopez's resurgence has been a major part of the Bucks' 11-4 start to the season in spite of the continued absence of Khris Middleton (wrist). In addition to averaging 16.3 points -- his best mark since 2016-17 -- and a career-high 2.5 triples per game, Lopez has also been a menace in the paint on defense. He's now averaging 2.6 blocks per game, more than half of a block better than Anthony Davis, Ivica Zubac and Bol Bol for the top mark in the NBA.

Lopez posted 29 points (10-13 FG, 7-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, three blocks, one assist and one steal in Thursday's 113-98 win over the Cavaliers.

Lopez set his season-high in points and three-pointers made during Thursday's victory. Lopez's averages of 16.4 points, 6.2 rebounds and 2.5 blocks are all his marks since joining the Bucks in 2018-19 and are a massive part of the team's 11-3 start.

Lopez provided 24 points (11-23 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist, five blocks and one steal across 46 minutes during Wednesday's 136-132 double-overtime victory over the Thunder.

The 13 boards were a season high, as were his made and attempted field goals. Lopez has topped 20 points in four of the last seven games while remaining a force on the defensive end, averaging 17.6 points, 6.9 rebounds, 2.4 threes and 2.0 blocks over that stretch while shooting 55.6 percent from the floor, and with the Bucks' top three scorers all banged up right now, the veteran center will likely continue to see elevated usage.

Lopez provided 25 points (10-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 24 minutes during Saturday's 108-94 victory over the Thunder.

The Bucks were without Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) and Khris Middleton (wrist) due to injuries, and Lopez stepped his game up in a contest where Jrue Holiday had his worst offensive output of the campaign. Lopez has been one of the most surprising fantasy big men in the opening two weeks of the season, and his value has skyrocketed due to the impact he can generate on both ends of the court.

Lopez recorded 24 points (10-16 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and two blocks in 34 minutes during Monday's 110-108 win over Detroit.

The redemption tour continued Monday, putting up another strong two-way performance. Lopez is currently a first-round player, something that seemed impossible only 2 weeks ago. While this is a sell-high moment, on the surface, it is unlikely anyone is going to give you back a top-20 player. While this production does feel unsustainable, managers could be best served simply staying put to see what eventuates.

Lopez (illness) will start during Monday's contest against the Pistons.

After being considered a game-time decision, Lopez will be active for Monday's contest against Detroit. Lopez is having a strong start to the season, averaging 13.6 points, 6.4 rebounds, 1.2 steals and 3.6 blocks per game over his first five appearances.

Lopez (illness) is considered a game-time decision for Monday's game against Detroit, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lopez was listed as probable for Monday's game due to a non-COVID illness, but the team will need to see how he fares during pregame warmups before determining his status. If he's unavailable, Bobby Portis and Serge Ibaka should see additional run.

Lopez is probable for Monday's game against the Pistons due to a non-COVID illness.

Although Lopez is feeling under the weather prior to Monday's matchup, it seems likely that he'll be able to suit up. He's coming off a performance in which he posted a season-high 21 points in 34 minutes during Saturday's win over Atlanta.

Lopez supplied 21 points (8-12 FG, 5-8 3Pt), six rebounds, two blocks and one steal in 34 minutes during Saturday's 123-115 victory over the Hawks.

Lopez has been one of the most surprising big men in the opening two weeks of the season, and while he's always been known as an offensive threat with an elite outside touch, he's adding defensive proficiency this year. Lopez has registered two or more blocks in each of his five games this season to go along with his two outings in which he's scored more than 15 points. He's averaging 13.6 points, 6.4 rebounds and 3.6 blocks per tilt in 2022-23.

Lopez supplied seven points (3-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist and six blocks in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 110-99 victory over the Nets.

Lopez struggled from the field Wednesday but made up for it on the defensive end with six blocked shots. Five of his seven points came in the first quarter but he managed just one more basket in six attempts the rest of the way. He has blocked 11 shots in the last two contests and is averaging 4.3 blocks through the season's first three contests.

Lopez logged nine points (3-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt), five rebounds, two assists, five blocks and two steals across 29 minutes during Saturday's 125-105 win over the Rockets.

Lopez drained three triples but was otherwise quiet on the offensive end. However, he came up big as a defender, rejecting five of Houston's shots and notching two thefts. Lopez has a unique skill set at center -- he can get you lots of blocks and is a nice source of triples from the position but puts up the rebound numbers of a small forward.

Lopez contributed 17 points (6-16 FG, 4-12 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 31 minutes during Thursday's 90-88 victory over the 76ers.

Lopez was productive in the first three quarters, scoring 16 points and making six of his 12 shots. While he missed all four of his fourth-quarter field-goal attempts, he hit a critical free throw with 1.9 seconds left to put Milwaukee up by two points. A back injury last season limited him to just 13 games in the regular season but he appears to be healthy and appeared in four preseason contests for the Bucks. The 34-year-old is still a capable offensive player and should play an important role for Milwaukee if he's able to remain healthy.

Lopez will be available for Wednesday's preseason finale against the Nets, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Lopez took the night off Tuesday, but he'll return to action with the majority of Milwaukee's regulars. The veteran big man is looking to bounce back in 2022-23 after a back injury limited him to just 13 regular-season contests last year.

Lopez will not play in Tuesday's game against the Bulls, Chuck Swirsky of the Bulls Radio Network reports.

Barring an additional report to the contrary, it's pretty safe to assume the veteran big man is just getting a breather in this one. Lopez and Bobby Portis remain the primary tandem down low for the Bucks entering the 2022-23 campaign, with Lopez hopefully slated for a larger contribution this season after dressing for just 13 contests in 2021-22 due to injury. Milwaukee notably has back-to-back preseason contests to close it out, so Lopez could be back in action as soon as Wednesday.

Lopez had 15 points (6-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds and three blocks over 37 minutes during Sunday's 109-81 loss to the Celtics in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals.

After back-to-back subpar performances, Lopez asserted himself early in Game 7 and finished with his second double-double of the series. He also registered at least three blocks for the third time this postseason. The veteran big man averaged 8.7 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.4 blocks during the second-round series against the Celtics, but it wasn't enough for Milwaukee to advance.

Lopez accumulated 17 points (6-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds and one block over 29 minutes during Monday's 116-108 loss to the Celtics.

Thriving in the absence of Robert Williams (knee soreness), Lopez was a mismatch against an undersized Boston rotation. Racking up five offensive rebounds while successfully drawing fouls, it's unclear if Williams will return to duel with Lopez in Game 5 on Wednesday. Trailing only Giannis Antetokounmpo in scoring Monday, Lopez has averaged 11.6 points per game through nine playoff contests.

Lopez amassed 13 points (5-10 FG, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and two steals across 29 minutes during Saturday's 103-101 win over the Celtics.

Lopez made a big impact in the frontcourt in the Game 3 victory, finishing as Milwaukee's second-leading rebounder and third-leading scorer. The big man dealt with foul trouble that limited him to 29 minutes, but he still finished with his first double-double of the playoffs thus far. Lopez's point total was his highest since he scored 25 in Game 2 of the first round against Chicago.

Lopez recorded six points (3-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 10 rebounds, three blocks and one steal over 28 minutes during Sunday's 101-89 win over Boston.

Lopez's three-point shot wasn't falling Sunday, but the seven-footer still impacted the game by grabbing 10 boards and blocking three shots -- which were both playoff highs. The veteran big man is now just 5-for-17 from deep during the postseason and hasn't connected on three since Game 3 of the first round. Regardless, if Lopez starts to find his stroke, he can put up points in a hurry like when he scored 43 points over the first two games against the Bulls.

Lopez contributed 25 points (9-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one block over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 114-110 loss to the Bulls.

Lopez finished as the Bucks' second-leading scorer in the contest behind Giannis Antetokounmpo (33 points). The big man knocked down three three-pointers and added six boards for the defending champs. Lopez is averaging 21.5 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.5 blocks through the first two games of the series.

Lopez provided 18 points (7-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds and two blocks across 32 minutes during Sunday's 93-86 victory over Chicago.

On a night when Jrue Holiday and Khris Middleton struggled to score efficiently, Lopez was the Bucks' second-best offensive option for much of the night. The big man saw his most minutes since returning from injury and was one of the few bright spots for a Milwaukee team that committed 21 turnovers and shot just 26.3 percent (10-38 3Pt) from three. Dating back to the final weeks of the regular season, Lopez has scored in double figures in 11 of his last 12 appearances.

Lopez will not play in Sunday's regular season finale against Cleveland, Evan Dammarell of Locked On Cavs reports.

As anticipated, Lopez is among the Bucks who will get the afternoon off as they finish out the regular-season schedule. Veteran Serge Ibaka figures to see a major jump in minutes with both Lopez and Bobby Portis sitting.

Lopez is not expected to play Sunday against the Cavaliers due to back injury maintenance.

Most of the Bucks' key players will not suit up for the regular-season finale Sunday. It will be an opportunity for bench players and young guys to get extra run.

Lopez finished Thursday's 127-121 victory over Boston with 15 points (7-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt), seven rebounds and one block across 24 minutes.

Lopez tied his season high with seven rebounds and scored in double figures for the eighth time over his last nine appearances. During that stretch, the veteran big man has averaged 14.1 points, 4.6 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 24.3 minutes per game.

Lopez amassed 28 points (9-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 9-9 FT), seven rebounds, three blocks and two steals in Tuesday's 127-106 win over Chicago.

This was undoubtedly Lopez's best performance of the season, as the veteran not only scored a season high while leading the Bucks by a wide margin, but also grabbed a season best off the glass. His 28 points marked the most he has scored since registering 33 points against the Hawks in Game 5 of the 2021 Eastern Conference Finals.

Lopez will start Sunday's game against the Mavericks.

As expected, Lopez will return to the starting lineup -- along with the rest of the Bucks' regulars -- following a one-game absence due to rest purposes. As a starter (six games), the veteran big man has averaged 11.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 24.0 minutes per game.

Lopez (rest) will play Sunday against the Mavericks.

The Bucks' key starters got Friday's game against the Clippers off but will be back in action Sunday. Since returning to the starting five, he's averaged 11.7 points, 4.0 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 24.0 minutes.

Lopez (rest) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Clippers.

Lopez will sit out the second half of the Bucks' back-to-back set following Thursday's overtime win against the Nets. In his absence, Bobby Portis and Serge Ibaka are candidates for increased roles.

Lopez provided 17 points (6-14 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and three rebounds over 29 minutes during Tuesday's 118-116 win over Philadelphia.

Lopez has drawn five consecutive starts and has scored in double figures in each of those games. During that stretch, the center has averaged 13.0 points, 4.2 rebounds, 1.2 blocks and 1.0 assists in 24.6 minutes per game.

Lopez registered 10 points (4-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and two blocks over 24 minutes during Tuesday's 126-98 victory over the Bulls.

Lopez's playing time continues to gradually increase since returning from a back injury that cost him the first five months of the season. In back-to-back games, the big man has drawn the start, played at least 20 minutes, scored in double figures and blocked two shots. The Bucks are expected to continue ramping him up during the last three weeks of the season to make sure he's ready for a potential playoff run, so he figures to get more looks down the stretch ahead of known commodities like Bobby Portis and Serge Ibaka.

Lopez provided 15 points (6-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), four rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 20 minutes during Saturday's 138-119 loss to the Timberwolves.

Moving into the starting five with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) out of action, Lopez saw his biggest workload in three games since he returned to the lineup from the back woes that had kept him out since Opening Night. The veteran center figured to provide a big boost for the Bucks down the stretch, but expect his minutes to remain limited, at least until the playoffs begin.

Lopez is listed as a starter for Saturday's game against Minnesota.

With Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) set to miss the contest, Bobby Portis will slide over to the power forward position to allow Lopez to join the starting unit. This will be only the third game of the campaign in which Lopez will play, and he has logged just 28 combined minutes over his first two contests. As such, it's unlikely that the veteran big man will post a large workload despite the start.

Lopez ended Monday's 117-111 victory over Utah with six points (1-4 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-4 FT), one rebound, one assist and one steal across 15 minutes.

Lopez didn't do anything exceptional Monday, but it was promising nonetheless to see him on the court for the first time since the Bucks' opening game of the campaign. The veteran center missed 67 straight contests with a back injury, so he's likely to be eased into action very carefully over the remainder of the regular season. That said, Lopez could be an impactful part of the team's lineup in the playoffs as long as he doesn't suffer any setbacks before then.

Lopez (back) will make his return to game action Monday night at Utah, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

It's been more than three months since Lopez underwent back surgery, which initially placed his availability for the remainder of the season in serious jeopardy. The big man hasn't played since Opening Night, but he'll make his return to action with 14 games remaining in the regular season, so as long as he doesn't suffer a setback, Lopez should be able to work his way back up to full speed before the start of the postseason. Lopez's minute swill likely be monitored very closely in his first few games back in the lineup.

Lopez (back) will begin contact and 5-on-5 scrimmaging, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Coach Mike Budenholzer noted that it's possible Lopez will work with the G League squad, as the parent club doesn't do much full-contact, 5-on-5 scrimmaging this late in the season. Regardless, this is a great step for Lopez, who has been sidelined since playing in the opener as he dealt with a back injury that required surgery. Assuming Lopez returns sometime in the near future, he'll likely have a conservative minutes limit in his first games back. Milwaukee shored up its frontcourt depth at the trade deadline by adding Serge Ibaka as well, so there's less pressure to rush Lopez back.

Lopez (back) was able to go through parts of Thursday's practice, Jim Owczarski of the Journal Sentinel reports.

Coach Mike Budenholzer stressed to the media that Lopez has not been cleared for full contact, but this is nonetheless a significant step forward for the big man, who has not played since Opening Night and underwent back surgery in early December. Given Milwaukee's standing in the East, there's no reason to rush Lopez back into action, but the hope is that he can log at least a handful of games before the postseason begins. Milwaukee beefed up its frontcourt depth at the trade deadline, acquiring Serge Ibaka from the Clippers as a de facto insurance policy for Lopez.

Lopez (back) will travel with the Bucks on their upcoming four-game road trip, and he'll visit with doctors in Los Angeles for a checkup on his back, Stephen Watson of WISN 12 reports.

While coach Mike Budenholzer said Lopez has only been cleared for individual, on-court work thus far, this still looks to be a positive step for the big man, who has not played since Opening Night. Lopez underwent back surgery in early December and is without a firm timetable, but if all goes well the Bucks are hoping he can return to action sometime before the conclusion of the regular season. To date, Milwaukee has been able to get by with Bobby Portis and Giannis Antetokounmpo absorbing most of the center minutes. Whether or not the Bucks make a move to acquire another big man at next week's trade deadline could be an indication as to whether they believe Lopez will be back to full strength before the playoffs.

Lopez recently underwent back surgery, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Lopez has been sidelined since the season opener due to a back injury, and he'll remain out indefinitely following his procedure. Bobby Portis should serve as the starting center in his absence, while DeMarcus Cousins (conditioning) will provide assistance in the frontcourt after he recently joined the Bucks.

Lopez (back) remains sidelined indefinitely due to a sore back, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Nehm notes that the media pressed coach Mike Budenholzer for an update on Lopez's status, and while Budenholzer denied that the big man had suffered any sort of setback, he declined to offer a timetable. Lopez has not played since Opening Night, so Wednesday's game against Charlotte will mark his 21st consecutive absence. The Bucks, and fantasy managers alike, remain hopeful that Lopez will be back in the mix sometime in the semi-near future, though the fact that Milwaukee recently signed veteran center DeMarcus Cousins may not be the most encouraging indication.

Lopez (back) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Lopez teased a forthcoming return to the lineup in an interview nine days ago with Shams Charania of The Athletic, but the Bucks haven't provided any sort of update regarding where the veteran center stands in his recovery from his bout with back soreness that has sidelined him since Oct. 19. After Sunday's contest, the Bucks have two straight off days before returning to action Wednesday against the Hornets, so the team could shed more light on Lopez's condition prior to that game. Bobby Portis will continue to start at center for the duration of Lopez's absence.

Lopez (back) said Friday that he is progressing towards a comeback and has a return date in mind, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

While Lopez said he has a return date in mind, he didn't share what that timetable was with Charania. He will likely miss at least a few more games, but it's still a good sign to hear that the center is progressing well. Lopez hasn't played since Opening Night, but in his absence Bobby Portis has stepped up for the Bucks by posting 13.8 points and 7.1 rebounds across 27.3 minutes per game.

Lopez (back) is listed as out for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

The Bucks are still refusing to offer any sort of timetable for the big man, who has not played since Opening Night. As far as we know, he's yet to return to practice or full-contact work, so chances are Lopez will miss at least a few more games as the Bucks finish out a three-game Week 5 against Oklahoma City (Friday) and Orlando (Saturday).

Lopez (back) is out Sunday against the Hawks.

There is no indication that Lopez will be back anytime soon, but the Bucks continue to evaluate him day-to-day. While he's out, Bobby Portis should continue to be the team's nominal center.

Lopez (back) will remain out for Friday's game against Boston.

Lopez hasn't played since Opening Night, and the Bucks have provided very little information as to when he might make his return. Reading between the lines, Milwaukee won't even wait to see how he feels Friday morning, so it's quite possible that Lopez isn't all that close to getting back on the floor. Milwaukee will remain without Khris Middleton (COVID-19 protocols) on Friday, as well.

Lopez (back) has officially been ruled out of Wednesday's game against the Knicks.

No surprise here, as there wasn't much of an expectation that the big man would be available, but the Bucks had not officially clarified his status on the second half of the back-to-back. Lopez, who has not played since Opening Night, remains without a firm timetable as he deals with what Milwaukee has only called a "sore back." Midway through Week 4 of the fantasy basketball season, it remains very much unclear when Lopez could be back in action.

Lopez (back) is out for Tuesday's contest against the Sixers.

Lopez has not played since the Bucks' season opener, as a lingering back issue has kept him sidelined. His next opportunity to suit up will be Wednesday, when Milwaukee faces New York.

Lopez (back) is out Sunday against the Wizards.

A back injury continues to keep Lopez sidelined, and Sunday will mark his ninth straight absence. His next chance to play is Tuesday against the 76ers.

Lopez (back) is out Friday against the Knicks.

As expected, Lopez's back issue continues to keep him out, and he wasn't able to practice Thursday. His next chance to play is Sunday against the Wizards.

Lopez (back) did not practice Thursday and is presumed to be out Friday against the Knicks, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Coach Mike Budenholzer did not have an update regarding the center's back, so it's safe to assume Lopez will sit out again Friday. If that's the case, it will mark an eighth straight absence.

Lopez (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's contest against the Pistons.

Lopez missed the Bucks' back-to-back this past weekend, and he will be sidelined for at least one more game. Milwaukee elected to start Thanasis Antetokounmpo at power forward and move Giannis Antetokounmpo to center, which is likely what they will do Tuesday. Bobby Portis is also expected to see increased minutes in a reserve role during Lopez's absence.

Lopez (back) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Jazz.

Just as head coach Mike Budenholzer suggested would be the case heading into the weekend, Lopez will remain sidelined for both legs of the Bucks' back-to-back set. Bobby Portis, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Jordan Nwora look to be the top candidates to fill minutes in the frontcourt along with reigning NBA Finals MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Coach Mike Budenholzer said Friday that Lopez (back) isn't expect to play during the Bucks' back-to-back this weekend, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

Lopez hasn't played since the Bucks' season opener and is expected to miss at least the next two contests. During his absence, Milwaukee has elected to go small with Giannis Antetokounmpo starting at center, and Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Bobby Portis playing extended minutes off the bench.

Lopez (back) will not play Wednesday against the Timberwolves.

This will be the fourth straight absence for the big man, who tweaked his back against the Nets on Opening Night. The Bucks should finally get some reinforcements, however, as both Bobby Portis (hamstring) and Semi Ojeleye (calf) are listed as probable Wednesday.

Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer said Lopez (back) won't be available for Monday's game against the Pacers, Jim Owczarski of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Lopez is managing a sore back, and the Bucks want to give him ample time to recover to avoid having the injury morph into a recurring issue that bothers him throughout the season. With Lopez set to miss his third straight game Monday, Giannis Antetokounmpo could pick up another start at center if Bobby Portis (hamstring) is unable to make his season debut.

Lopez (back) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Lopez and Bobby Portis (hamstring) will be out for a second straight game, leaving Milwaukee shorthanded in the frontcourt. As a result, Jordan Nwora, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and Sandro Mamukelashvili will likely see additional run once again.

Lopez is out for Thursday's game against the Heat due to a back injury, Brett Siegel of NBA Analysis Network reports.

Lopez and Bobby Portis (hamstring) are both out, as is Semi Ojeleye (calf), so the Bucks are extremely thin in the frontcourt. That could mean extended minutes for Giannis Antetokounmpo at center, which would open up time for Jordan Nwora, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and rookie Sandro Mamukelashvili. With Jrue Holiday (heel) also sidelined, additional backcourt minutes should be in store for George Hill, Grayson Allen and Pat Connaughton.

Lopez averaged 10.3 points, 4.5 rebounds and 2.8 blocks in 22.7 minutes across four preseason appearances.

It was business as usual for Lopez, who was active from beyond the arc and blocked plenty of shots. He should continue seeing minutes in the mid-20s for the Bucks this season.

Lopez delivered 10 points (5-10 FG, 0-3 3Pt), eight rebounds and one steal across 27 minutes in Tuesday's Championship Game 6 105-98 win over the Suns.

Lopez was part of a dominant front-court that out rebounded the Suns 53-37. The big center earned his championship ring with 11.5 points, 5.3 rebounds, 0.7 blocks and 0.8 made threes per game over six NBA Final contests. In Game 6, Lopez again alternated with super-sub Bobby Portis, who delivered 16 points off the bench. Lopez has two more years remaining on his contract with Milwaukee. Tuesday night's victory marked the first NBA Championship in the veteran's 13 year NBA career.

Lopez finished with 17 points (7-14 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 0-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one block in 23 minutes during Tuesday's 118-105 loss to Phoenix.

Lopez had a nice offensive game but still failed to have a sizeable impact during the Game 1 loss. He simply can't match the speed and youthful exuberance of Deandre Ayton, a player who has the ability to defend the perimeter while also matching his size down low. The Bucks experimented with Giannis Antetokounmpo at the five down the stretch and it certainly appeared to be working, at least to some degree. Lopez is absolutely going to remain viable during the series but he is going to have to mix things up a bit moving forward.

Lopez recorded 33 points (14-18 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-7 FT), seven rebounds, four blocks and two steals across 38 minutes in Thursday's win over the Hawks.

Lopez came out of nowhere to deliver his first 30-point game of the season, and he stepped his game up at a critical time and when the Bucks needed him the most. While the big man might not deliver 30-point performances on a nightly basis, he might be worth keeping close tabs since he might have a bigger role on offense while Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) remains out. For what is worth, Lopez has now scored 15-plus points in three of his last six contests.

Lopez notched seven points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), five rebounds, a steal and a block across 29 minutes in Tuesday's loss against the Hawks.

Lopez wasn't productive in Game 4 but that has been a trend in the current series, as he has scored more than 10 points just once in four appearances against the Hawks. His role as a starter is completely safe, but he's not producing enough to be relevant in most fantasy formats. He's averaging just 10.0 points with 2.8 rebounds per game in the series.

Lopez recorded 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and a block across 26 minutes in Monday's loss to the Nets.

Lopez might have scored in double digits for the fourth game in a row, but his impact on offense was minimal aside from the fact that he ended a four-game skid without a single three-pointer made. The big man has a secondary role on offense for the Bucks, but he's averaging 15.3 points per game through six playoff appearances thus far.

Lopez managed 19 points (8-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 3-3 FT), five rebounds and one assist in 28 minutes during Saturday's 115-107 loss to Brooklyn.

Lopez was able to go to work inside the paint against the undersized Nets lineup, scoring an efficient 19 points. In what has been an interesting change of pace for the veteran, he appears to have gone away from his perimeter game, something that he has relied upon so heavily for the past few years. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said for his impact on the defensive end of the floor as he failed to record a single defensive stat. That area is going to have to improve if the Bucks hope to steal Game 2 on Monday.

Lopez compiled 18 points (5-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 7-8 FT), eight rebounds and a steal across 36 minutes in Saturday's 109-107 OT win against the Heat.

Lopez had a very efficient day in the paint and was critical in clamping down on Bam Adebayo, who only managed nine points in the loss. Although Giannis Antetokounmpo pitched in with rebounding assistance, Lopez aptly restricted Adebayo to only four completed shots. You can expect both teams to get output from their elite players, but the series could be won or lost by how effectively Adebayo is defended.

Lopez is unavailable for Sunday's game against the Bulls for rest purposes.

Lopez was a late scratch Sunday, and he'll inactive as the Bucks rest their key players ahead of the playoffs. He'll likely be available for the start of the playoffs.

Lopez was scratched from the lineup for Sunday's game against the Bulls.

Lopez and the rest of Milwaukee's starters were removed from the lineup minutes before the start of Sunday's game. It's not yet clear whether Lopez will be available off the bench, but Mamadi Diakite will take his place in the starting five.

Lopez generated 18 points (9-10 FG), six rebounds and a blocked shot across 27 minutes in Saturday's 122-108 win over the Heat.

Lopez effectively neutralized Bam Adebayo, which will be crucial if the Bucks end up meeting the Heat again in the first round. The veteran's output is tempered somewhat recently because Bobby Portis has seen a spoke in minutes at the five and has generated solid point-per-minute totals.

Lopez totaled 17 points (7-14 FG, 2-3 FT, 1-5 3Pt), six rebounds and one steal in 27 minutes during Tuesday's 114-102 win over the Magic.

Lopez was still able to have an efficient scoring night despite only making one of his five three-point attempts. While Lopez is more than capable of splashing threes (33.9 percent on the season), his work on the inside has been his bread and butter this year, shooting 49.4 percent from the field (his best since 2015-2016). The do-it-all version of Lopez is the most valuable, so while his three-point attempts haven't been falling at the usual clip (one or fewer made in 11 straight games) it should be a pleasant surprise to see the seven-footer still making his presence felt.

Lopez accumulated 24 points (7-8 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 9-10 FT), seven rebounds, two blocks and one assist in 24 minutes during Friday's 141-133 win over the Rockets.

The 33-year-old's 24 points were the most he's scored since April 3. Before Friday's impressive performance, Lopez was averaging just 7.7 points over his past three games, so fantasy owners shouldn't expect this type of scoring performance consistently moving forward. Still, Lopez has at least one block in 13 out of his last 14 games, so the 13-year center should continue providing elite blocks along with low-end points, rebounds and three-pointers the rest of the way.

Lopez collected 15 points (7-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one block in a 143-136 loss to the Rockets on Thursday.

With Giannis Antetokounmpo tweaking his ankle early in the first quarter and not returning, Lopez got more opportunities in the post. The center scored in double figures for the seventh time in his last nine games and has averaged 14.4 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.4 blocks over that span. Lopez could see additional scoring chances if Antetokounmpo is forced to miss additional time.

Lopez scored 22 points (9-12 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT) to go along with four rebounds, two assists and two steals across 27 minutes in Tuesday's win over the Hornets.

Lopez topped 20 points for only the fifth time this season and for the first time in his last 10 contests. Though it was one of his rare efforts without recording a block, Lopez still managed to get things done on the defensive end of the floor with a rare multi-steal effort. His ability to score has been inconsistent this season, but Lopez seemingly produces well across multiple statistical categories in every game.

Lopez posted 16 points (6-10 FG, 4-7 3Pt), four rebounds, two blocks and one assist in 23 minutes during Thursday's 124-117 win over the Sixers.

Lopez scored in double figures for the sixth time in his last nine games, averaging 15.2 points per game during that stretch. The majority of the seven-footer's damage has been done from beyond the arc, shooting 44.2 percent from three. The four made threes Thursday tied Lopez's season high, a mark he has reached just four times this season.

Lopez scored seven points (3-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt) to go along with five rebonds, one steal and one block across 33 minutes in Monday's loss to the Suns.

Lopez had scored 18, 19 and 17 points across his last three games, respectively, though this effort was less inspiring. Even when he falters as a scorer, Lopez has remained a strong producer of defensive stats and is averaging 1.4 blocks and 0.6 steals per contest this season.

Lopez tallied 19 points (7-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 12 rebounds and a blocked shot across 31 minutes in Thursday's 120-109 victory over the Hawks.

Lopez enjoyed one of his strongest games of the campaign in the win, registering his third double-double and trailing only Jrue Holiday for the team lead in scoring. The veteran center has started every game in which he has played this season, but he has been inconsistent as a scorer, logging 22 games of less than 10 points. Over 54 contests, Lopez is averaging a career-low 11.6 points while chipping in 5.1 boards and 1.4 blocks.

Lopez posted 18 points (6-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, two steals and two blocks in Wednesday's win over Minnesota.

Lopez needed only 23 minutes to put together one of his better all-around efforts of late, as he grabbed his most rebounds in any contest since March 27. The big man had multiple blocks and steals in the same game for only the second time since the All-Star break.

Lopez (back) will play in Sunday's game against the Magic.

Lopez was one of several Bucks regulars who did not play Friday against Charlotte, but he'll be back in action Sunday with Milwaukee looking to snap a three-game losing streak. In his last appearance Thursday in Dallas, Lopez finished with 16 points, four rebounds, one steal and one assist in 31 minutes.

Lopez (back) is probable for Sunday's game against the Magic.

After a one-game absence Friday, Lopez should return to the court Sunday. Over his past 10 appearances, he's averaged 12.4 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.4 blocks in 27.1 minutes.

Lopez (back) has been ruled out for Friday's matchup with the Hornets, Sam Perley of the Hornets' official site reports.

Lopez will be getting the night off along with all the other Bucks' usual starters. As a result, there are a plethora of candidates off the bench to see much larger roles than usual. The veteran big man's next chance to suit up will come Sunday against the Magic.

Lopez (back) is listed as doubtful for Friday's game against the Hornets.

The Bucks appear to be giving several regulars the night off as they play on the second night of a back-to-back set. With Giannis Antetokounpmo (knee) and P.J. Tucker (calf) already ruled out, Milwaukee will likely lean heavily on several reserves, including Bobby, Thanasis Antetokounmpo and rookie Jordan Nwora.

Lopez totaled 16 points (7-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 30 minutes during Thursday's loss to the Mavericks.

Lopez's scoring has been all over the map lately, as he's posted 12, seven, four, nine, 26, nine, and 16 over his last seven games, respectively. The 33-year-old is averaging a career-low 11.4 points this season but is still shooting a respectable 48.7 percent from the field. The 13-year center should continue producing decent points, blocks and field-goal percentage along with low-end rebounds and three-pointers the rest of the way for the third-seeded Bucks.

Lopez tallied 26 points (11-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two blocks and one steal across 31 minutes Saturday in the Bucks' 129-128 win over the Kings.

With Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) sidelined, Lopez stepped up to finish second on the Bucks in scoring behind Jrue Holiday (33 points). Lopez's offense came on some unsustainable shooting, so fantasy managers should expect the center to take a step back Tuesday against the Warriors, especially if Antetokounmpo is available. Lopez had averaged only 7.6 points on 44.1 percent shooting from the field in the Bucks' previous five games.

Lopez posted 12 points (6-11 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 10 rebounds, four steals, two blocks and an assist across 30 minutes in Saturday's loss against the Knicks.

Lopez was the only starter available for the Bucks, and the big man responded to that label by putting up a double-double in a game where Milwaukee couldn't reach the 100-point threshold as a team. Perhaps what's even more surprising about this performance is the fact that Lopez made a huge impact on the defensive floor, something that he isn't used to doing on a nightly basis. He should continue to start and see big minutes as long as he's healthy due to the Bucks' current injury crisis, and that should means his numbers are likely to see an uptick in a short-term basis.

Lopez totaled 17 points (7-14 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, three steals and a block over 31 minutes Wednesday in the win over the Celtics.

Make that 12 straight games scoring in double figures for Lopez after only hitting that mark 15 times in his first 31 contests. During that stretch, he's also grabbed five or more rebounds eight times, blocked a shot in seven outings and recorded a steal in eight contests.

Lopez posted 22 points (8-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 6-6 FT), seven rebounds, four blocks, two assists and one steal in Monday's 133-122 win against the Wizards.

The 32-year-old has started strongly following the All-Star break, averaging 15.7 points, 5.0 rebounds and 3.0 blocks over the last three games. Lopez is averaging a career-worst 11.1 points per game this season, but there's still plenty of time to right the ship. The veteran center will look to keep the good times rolling Wednesday when the Bucks travel to Philadelphia to play a 76ers team without Joel Embiid (knee).

Lopez recorded 14 points (6-11 FG, 2-6 3Pt), five blocks, three rebounds, two assists and one steal Thursday in a 134-101 win versus New York.

Lopez averaged a block every five minutes in Milwaukee's first game back from the All-Star break. The tally was not too surprising considering he recorded an average of 2.4 blocks across 68 games last season. Though that has slightly dipped to 1.4 BPG, the 32-year-old remains a capable shot blocker with useful fantasy value in his arsenal.

Lopez ended with 12 points (4-8 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and five rebounds in 25 minutes during Tuesday's 128-97 loss to the Nuggets.

Lopez is outside the top-150 for the past month and turned in another disappointing performance in the loss. He is somewhat of a spent force when it comes to fantasy basketball and despite still having some upside in blocks, his season average of 1.3 per game is far from must-roster material. While he should not be dropped for just anyone, moving on in certain situations may be the right move.

Lopez delivered 15 points (6-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds and a steal across 25 minutes in Tuesday's win over the Timberwolves.

Lopez was the only Milwaukee starter who didn't play more than 25 minutes, but he maximized his time on the court and reached the 15-point mark after five straight games where he failed to make an impact in the scoring column. Lopez has scored 15 or more points in just six games this season, though, so he's not likely to post these numbers often.

Lopez totaled just seven points (3-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 28 minutes during Friday's 98-85 victory over Oklahoma City.

Lopez was unable to arrest his recent slide, turning in another underwhelming performance. He is barely inside the top 150 over the past two weeks and is putting up eighth-round value on the season. If you aren't desperate for blocks, Lopez is probably entering waiver wire territory, at least in certain situations.

Lopez provided 23 points (8-18 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 4-6 FT), six rebounds and two blocks across 26 minutes Friday in a 129-115 loss at Utah.

Lopez has benefited from playing the Jazz; he recorded his previous season high of 12 field-goal attempts against them on Jan. 8. Neither Giannis Antetokounmpo nor Khris Middleton provided consistent production, which allowed the center to serve as either their first or second scoring option Friday. Lopez will occasionally supply these types of stat lines, but those only make him more valuable than low-value fringe players.

Lopez recorded 13 points (5-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, two blocks and one steals over 29 minutes in Friday's 123-105 win over the Cavaliers.

Lopez was held in check earlier in the week, but he's now topped 10 points in each of the last two games while recording six rebounds in each of those appearances. The 32-year-old has been somewhat inconsistent to begin the season, but he's been productive over the last two contests.

Lopez had nine points (4-9 FG, 1-4 3PT), four rebounds, two steals and two blocks in Saturday's loss to Charlotte.

Lopez turned in some useful defensive stats, but his nine points snapped a six-game streak of double-figure scoring. In 27 minutes, Lopez failed to get to the free throw line, and his one assist marked his first dime since Jan. 15.

Lopez scored 20 points (8-11 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT) to go with seven rebounds and one block across 32 minutes in a 115-108 win over Toronto on Wednesday.

The center eclipsed his season scoring average in the first half, going into halftime with 12 points. Lopez has scored in double digits in his fifth straight game despite scoring at the lowest rate of his career with 10.1 points per game this year. The center is gathering rebounds at his highest clip since 2016 with 5.2 boards per contest and has grabbed seven or more rebounds in four of his last six games.

Lopez posted 12 points (4-6 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 3-3 FT) and three rebounds in 26 minutes during Sunday's 129-115 win over the Hawks.

Lopez has scored in double-digits in each of the past four games, averaging 12.8 points, 6.3 rebounds and 1.3 blocks in 31.8 minutes. His rebounding continues to be inconsistent, but he's a nice source of threes and blocks.

Lopez added 11 points (4-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and one block over 34 minutes in Friday's 112-109 win over the Mavs.

Lopez finally recorded his first double-double of the season after falling one point short Wednesday. While hitting the 10-point plateau for the fourth time on the year, Lopez has seen his scoring average drop every year since the 2015-16 season and is averaging a career-low 9.3 points per game.

Lopez scored nine points (3-8 FG, 3-7 3Pt) while adding 11 rebounds, four blocks and an assist in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 110-101 win over the Pistons.

The blocks and boards were both season highs for Lopez, as the veteran center came one point short of his first double-double of the year. He's recorded a block in eight straight games, but Lopez's other numbers remain erratic, and he's averaging 9.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 2.3 threes, 1.9 blocks, 1.4 assists and 0.9 steals over that stretch.

Lopez tallied 12 points (4-12 FG, 4-12 3Pt), three rebounds, two blocks and one steal in 32 minutes during the 131-118 loss to the Jazz on Friday.

After posting a season-high in points and assists his last outing, Lopez could not build up any momentum. Despite starting and being 7' tall, Lopez was out-rebounded by every other starter, including the 6'3" Jrue Holiday. On the plus side, Lopez has now hit multiple 3-pointers in four consecutive games.

Lopez recorded 17 points (6-9 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five assists, four rebounds and two blocks in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 130-115 win over the Pistons.

This was the performance fantasy managers were waiting for, with Lopez finally cracking the 15-point mark after three straight games in single-digits. He also passed the ball nicely, recording a season-high five dimes after just two total assists prior. Lopez has also recorded at least one block in four straight contests.

Lopez recorded nine points (3-7 FG, 3-6 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and one block in 16 minutes during Friday's 126-96 win over the Bulls.

After struggling from distance early in the season, the big man has found his stroke, hitting 53.8 percent of his triples across the past three games. The Bucks have already been a part of multiple blowouts, which has kept Lopez's minutes (21.5) low thus far. Last season, he saw 26.7 minutes per game, which is where we should expect him to trend in competitive games.

Lopez scored just six points (2-7 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT) with two rebounds, two blocks and a steal in Sunday's loss to the Knicks.

It's been an awful start to the year for Lopez, who's averaging just 7.0 points across three games so far. Typically a reliable source of threes, he's made only a single one thus far, which is troubling for a guy whose fantasy value derives largely from his unconventional threes-and-blocks package. He's also played only around 20 minutes in each of the last two games, which is a departure from the norm. That said, both were blowouts, so Lopez may just have gotten a veteran's rest in those largely uncontested games. There's no reason to panic yet, but if he doesn't pick it up in the next week or so, the time may come for fantasy managers to make some hard choices.

Lopez finished with 15 points (7-16 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 14 boards, and one block in 37 minutes of a 103-94 loss to Miami on Tuesday.

Lopez notched his first double-double of the postseason, but failed to knock down a single shot from deep as his team was eliminated early from the playoffs for the second consecutive year. Lopez was a reliable scorer for the Bucks in his second year in Milwaukee, but the Stanford product couldn't replace the production of Giannis Antetokounmpo (ankle) as his team was eliminated in five games.

Lopez finished with 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five boards, two assists, one block and one steal, in 42 minutes of a 118-115 overtime win against Miami on Sunday.

Lopez entered the fourth quarter with just two points on the night, but he got hot in the fourth, dropping double-digits as the Bucks hung close to send the game to overtime and ultimately claw out the win. It wasn't Lopez's best scoring night, but it was enough to help get the job done and extend the series to Tuesday's Game 5.

Lopez went for 16 points (5-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, a steal and a block in 32 minutes during Friday's Game 3 loss against the Heat.

The Bucks have been disappointing on both ends of the court in the series against the Heat, but Lopez has been one of the few pleasant surprises for Milwaukee -- he has scored at least 16 points in each game while going a combined 10-for-16 from three-point range. His ability to stretch the floor has caused all sorts of problems for the Heat defense.

Lopez had 16 points (5-8 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT) and seven rebounds in Wednesday's Game 2 loss to Miami.

Coming off of a 24-point Game 1, Lopez had another strong night from beyond the arc, and he's now 7-of-13 from deep for the series. Lopez also hauled in seven rebounds after grabbing only one in 27 minutes in Game 1.

Lopez finished with 20 points (8-12 FG, 4-8 3Pt), three rebounds, one block and one steal in 33 minutes of a 111-96 win against Orlando on Thursday.

Lopez made half his shots from deep as his team bounced back from a rough start to the playoffs to take game two. Lopez has shown the ability to go off from deep, and has also proven to be a solid secondary option to superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo. Like the rest of his team, Lopez had an off night in game one, in large part due to his poor shooting. But now that he's put that game in the rear, he and his team can look to take control of the series in game three on Saturday.

Lopez finished with 24 points (9-11 FG, 5-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and three boards in 23 minutes of a 126-113 win against Washington on Tuesday.

Lopez provided stability in the Bucks lineup, as he was the only regular starter left after Giannis Antetokounmpo's ejection. The veteran showed his reliability leading his team in scoring as he kept his scoring streak alive. He's now reached double figures in each game since the restart. Milwaukee finishes the seeding games Thursday against Memphis.

Lopez finished with 12 points (4-11 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one board, one assist, and one block in 25 minutes of a 114-106 loss to Toronto on Monday.

Lopez struggled from deep and struggled to cross the double-digit threshold after posting a season-high in his previous game. The Bucks have struggled out of the gate of the restart with a 2-4 record in Orlando. Milwaukee has two games left to turn things around before the playoffs start, beginning Tuesday against Washington.

Lopez amassed 34 points (12-27 FG, 6-12 3Pt, 4-5 FT), seven rebounds and two blocks in 35 minutes during Saturday's 136-132 overtime loss to the Mavericks.

Lopez finished with season highs in scoring and made threes, and he continues to look much more confident here in the restart. Lopez is averaging 22.0 points per game during his last four appearances, rounding into top form just in time for the playoffs.

Lopez posted 17 points (4-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 7-7 FT), four rebounds, two steals and two blocks in 31 minutes during Thursday's 130-116 win over the Heat.

Lopez has scored at least 14 points in each of his first three bubble appearances. His performance Thursday was especially efficient, as it was only his second effort of the season with at least 17 points on nine or fewer shot attempts.

Lopez (rest) is off the injury report for Thursday's contest against the Heat.

Lopez was rested Tuesday against the Nets, but he'll be back in the lineup as expected Thursday. In his first two bubble appearances, he's averaging 18.5 points, 8.0 rebounds, 4.0 blocks and 1.0 assists in 30.0 minutes.

Lopez will not be active for Tuesday's game against the Nets, Matt Velazquez of the Journal Sentinel reports.

The Bucks waited until the last second to announce the decision that Lopez will not be active. His brother, Robin, will get the starting nod at center and should be set for increased minutes against the undermanned Nets. Expect Brook Lopez to return to action for Thursday's game against Miami.

Lopez is not in the starting five for Tuesday's game against Brooklyn.

There's been no suggestion that Lopez won't be available, but the Bucks will start his brother, Robin, at center, with Giannis Antetokounmpo, Khris Middleton, George Hill and Eric Bledsoe. Lopez's minutes could be somewhat limited in what's expected to be a lopsided contest against the undermanned Nets.

Lopez scored 23 points (9-18 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), grabbed 12 boards, two assists, and two blocks in his team's 120-116 loss to Houston on Sunday.

Lopez recorded just his fourth double-double of the season in his team's loss. He took advantage of the Rocket's small starting line-up to match a season-high in rebounds, six of which came off the offensive glass, but it wasn't enough to hold on to the victory as the Bucks blew a late eight-point lead in the fourth quarter. He'll face the Nets on Tuesday.

Lopez tallied 14 points (4-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, one steal and six blocks in Friday's 119-112 defeat of the Celtics.

While it was a pretty standard night offensively for Lopez, he was a beast on defense as he reached six blocks for the fifth time this season and first since February 2. The 31-year-old is averaging 2.5 blocks per game in 2020 and is on pace to best the career high he set last year.

Lopez amassed 21 points (6-8 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five blocks, four rebounds and two steals in 19 minutes during Saturday's 131-123 win over the Kings.

Lopez has been absolutely incredible through these first two scrimmages. He has been a terror on both ends of the court, with his offensive contributions being the most surprising given that he was having a down year on that end prior to the league being suspended back in mid-March. If Lopez can continue to provide such ample two-way production, it will solidify Milwaukee's status as a top-notch title contender while making himself all the more valuable for fantasy purposes.

Lopez posted 17 points (6-7 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, two steals, two blocks and one assist in 17 minutes during Thursday's 113-92 scrimmage victory over the Spurs.

Lopez had an excellent performance in the Bucks' first scrimmage, showing off his two-way ability. During the regular season, Lopez racked up three performances with at least 15 points, two steals and two blocks, which all occurred in victories.

Lopez was rested in Milwaukee's 109-95 Monday night loss to the Nuggets.

After losing to Phoenix on Sunday, the Bucks have no reason to play basketball. They will almost certainly devote the rest of the season to a youth movement while improving draft stock. Kidding --- but with Milwaukee already shorthanded, coach Mike Budenholzen chose the cohesion of the second unit over a pieced together starting lineup. Khris Middleton and Donte DiVincenzo were also healthy sits.

Lopez will come off the bench Monday against Denver, T.J. McBride of MileHighSports.com reports.

Lopez will take on a new role Monday night, as his brother, Robin Lopez, gets the nod at center. Jan. 31 marks the last time Lopez came off the bench, logging 24 minutes while scoring eight points and securing two boards.

Lopez contributed 18 points (8-14 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), two rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 27 minutes during Sunday's loss to the Suns.

It was all hands on deck while Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) was out, as several Bucks players stepped up and contributed their fair share of extra points - Lopez was no different in this one, going for 18 points on 57.1 percent shooting. The solid shooting percentages were nice for Lopez, as his 42.4 percent shooting from the field going into this game was a career-low. His shot has been even worse recently, going for just 38.9 percent from the field, and 69.6 percent from the charity stripe over his previous seven outings. Lopez will turn 32 next month, but has still maintained a top-50 level of fantasy value this season.

Lopez supplied 13 points (4-5 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds and an assist before fouling out in 29 minutes during the Bucks' 113-103 Friday night loss to the Lakers.

Manning the interior against Anthony Davis (30 points) and the relentless driving of LeBron James (37 points) proved too much for Lopez to handle. Lopez counteracted the lack of defensive production (zero blocks) by hitting three threes, but anyone rostering Lopez for his offensive value should be able to find better options on the wire.

Lopez finished with 21 points (8-16 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-5 FT), six rebounds and two blocks in 28 minutes of a 105-89 loss to the Heat on Monday.

Lopez lead his team with 21 points in a contest where his team ran out of gas in the second half in the second game of a back-to-back. Lopez isn't usually counted on to be his team's primary offensive threat, but his leading his team was more due to off-nights from teammates than an outstanding effort on his part. He'll face the Pacers on Wednesday.

Lopez had 16 points (4-11 FG, 1-5 3PT, 7-9 FT), seven rebounds and three blocks in Sunday's win over Charlotte.

Lopez was one of just three Bucks players in double-figures on an afternoon when Milwaukee shot just 40.2 percent from the field as a team. However, Lopez provided his customary defensive support, logging three blocks in the eight-point victory. Lopez continues to struggle shooting the ball -- he's down to 29 percent from three -- but he's averaging a career-best 2.5 blocks per contest through 57 games.

Lopez recorded five points (2-11 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), rebounds, a steal and a block across 18 minutes in the Bucks' 133-86 victory versus the Thunder.

Lopez reached his typical shot total even in the reduced playing time as a result of the massive Milwaukee lead. The problem is that he didn't make most of the shots, extending his slump from downtown to 5-of-23 over Milwaukee's previous five games. Fantasy owners likely weren't happy watching Lopez attempt fadeaway twos and contested threes on a night when 11 Bucks had more than five points (including Robin Lopez with 12).

Lopez scored 15 points (5-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT) while adding five blocks, three rebounds and two steals in 28 minutes during Tuesday's 108-97 win over the Raptors.

The veteran center came into the game nursing a sore back that forces him to the sidelines Monday, but he showed no signs of trouble with it on the defensive end. Lopez has swatted away multiple blocks in 12 of his last 16 games, averaging 12.6 points, 3.5 boards, 2.8 blocks, 2.1 assists and 1.4 threes over that stretch.

Lopez (back) will play in Tuesday's contest against Toronto, Tim Bontemps of ESPN.com reports.

As anticipated, Lopez will officially be active in Tuesday's key matchup with the Raptors. Lopez will presumably resume a normal workload and start. The veteran center is currently averaging 10.7 points and 4.5 rebounds in 54 outings with the Bucks this season.

Lopez (back) is considered probable for Tuesday's matchup with Toronto.

A sore back kept Lopez out of Monday's win in Washington, but he appears set to return to action on the second leg of a back-to-back. If that is, indeed, the case, Lopez would likely unseat his brother, Robin, in the starting five at center.

Lopez will not play Monday against the Wizards due to a sore back.

The issue likely isn't anything serious, but the Bucks will exercise caution against an inferior opponent on the first half of a back-to-back. Expect Robin Lopez, as well as potentially Ersan Ilyasova and Marvin Williams, to be in line for increased minutes Monday.

Lopez scored 12 points (3-9 3Pt, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT) while adding four rebounds, four blocks, three assists and three steals in 31 minutes during Wednesday's 118-111 loss to the Pacers.

While his conversion into a stretch big continues to eat away at his rebounding numbers, Lopez compensated with a tremendous defensive performance. The 31-year-old has multiple rejections in six of the last seven games, averaging 13.7 points, 3.6 boards, 3.1 blocks, 1.7 assists, 1.3 threes and 0.9 steals over that stretch.

Lopez supplied 20 points (7-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-6 FT), three blocks, two rebounds and two assists in 25 minutes during Monday's win over Sacramento.

Lopez appears to be back on track after seeming out of sorts for much of the season. While his overall averages would indicate that he's taken a step back, Lopez's averaging 15.2 points, 3.8 rebounds, 3.2 blocks, 1.6 assists and 1.4 threes in 29.8 minutes per game in through five February games. More importantly, he's shooting 54.4 percent from the field and 36.4 percent from three in that stretch. Lopez could be a solid buy-low candidate, especially if he's able to keep shooting the ball well.

Lopez scored a season-high 23 points (9-13 FG, 5-5 3Pt, 0-2 FT) while adding six rebounds and an assist in 32 minutes during Saturday's 111-95 win over the Magic.

With Giannis Antetokounmpo "only" scoring 19 points, Lopez stepped up and delivered his best offensive performance of the season to lead the Bucks in scoring. The veteran center had been struggling to find his shot from long range recently, going 2-for-20 on three-point attempts over the prior five games, but Saturday's perfect showing suggests he could be heating up.

Lopez will come off the bench Friday against Denver, Matt Velazquez of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

Lopez will head to the bench, allowing Thanasis Antetokounmpo to start at center on Greek Night at the Fiserv Forum. Lopez is still expected to play a full complement of minutes Friday evening.

Lopez supplied 12 points (5-12 FG, 2-7 3Pt), two rebounds, two blocks and an assist in 25 minutes during the Bucks' 116-103 Friday afternoon victory over the Hornets.

It was a solid but unspectacular line for Lopez on Friday, who has been a more productive shot blocker than three-point shooter this season. Lopez set the NBA-record for made threes by a seven-footer last year, but is now hitting fewer than 30 percent of his attempts from distance. He trails only Hassan Whiteside in total blocks.

Lopez finished with seven points (3-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), three boards, two assists, three blocks, and one steal in 27 minutes of a 111-98 win against the Bulls on Monday.

Lopez failed to reach double digit scoring for the fourth time in his last six games as his cold streak from deep continued. He's made just six-of-26 shots from behind the arc in the last six games, including 2-of-12 in his last two games. He'll try to find his stroke against the Hornets on Wednesday.

Lopez finished with 12 points (5-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, five blocks and four assists across 26 minutes Saturday in the Bucks' 117-97 win over the Nets.

Lopez's scoring upside is capped while he shares the floor with the likes of Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton -- he's reached the teens in points just once in his last 11 outings -- but he continues to reward fantasy managers with huge output in the blocks category. He's rejected nine shots over his last two games alone and has supplied four or more blocks 11 times this season.

Lopez dropped 16 points (6-10 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four blocks, three rebounds and an assist during the Bucks' 128-123 win over the Celtics on Thursday night.

On a night where the Celtics struggled to guard the deep ball, Lopez was hot early, scoring 11 of the first 22 points for Milwaukee. He quickly faded, but made his impact felt defensively by recording four blocks. Lopez is a fringe top-10 option at the fantasy position.

Lopez churned out eight points (4-10 FG, 0-5 3Pt), a rebound, an assist and a block across 20 minutes in the Bucks' 127-106 victory against the Kings on Friday.

Lopez was on form in and near the paint but noticeably labored when shooting behind the arc. It comes as no surprise that the former All-Star is regularly shooting three-pointers, as he's averaged 35.2 percent from downtown in his past three years. However, the center is posting a low 29.7 three-point percentage this season, perhaps warranting a change in his style of play if he wants to maintain a high value.

Lopez posted 12 points (5-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt), three rebounds, three steals, two assists and two blocks in 28 minutes during Wednesday's 107-98 win over the Warriors.

Lopez not only delivered another regular 10-plus point performance but also grabbed three steals and two blocks in the same game, just the fourth time he has done it this season. That now makes it 10 of his last 11 contests where the 31-year-old has scored at least 10 points, of which he has also averaged an impressive 3.4 blocks in that span.

Lopez (back) is available to play Wednesday against the Pistons, Matt Velazquez of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.

As expected, Lopez will rejoin the lineup after missing the past two games with back soreness. Through 19 games this season, the big man is averaging 10.7 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 2.4 blocks across 27.1 minutes.

Lopez (back) is probable for Wednesday's game against Detroit.

Lopez has been given the last two games off due to back soreness, but it appears he'll be back in action Wednesday. Assuming he's cleared, he should slot right back into the starting five.

Lopez (back) is officially out for Monday's game against the Knicks.

Lopez will miss a second straight game with a sore back after entering the day with a 'doubtful' designation. Expect the other Lopez brother, Robin, to make another start at center in Brook's place Monday.