Bucks rule Giannis Antetokounmpo (back) out again for Game 3

Giannis Antetokounmpo, the standout player for the Milwaukee Bucks, was ruled out for Game 3,

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Milwaukee's series against the Miami Heat on Saturday night due to a lower back injury. This was his second straight game without playing.

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Before Game 3 on Saturday, Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer stated, "He's just not ready to go.

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But his movement was limited and he was eventually taken out of the game.

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