Brook Lopez hasn’t played in a game since opening night for the Milwaukee Bucks. After having successful back surgery in December, Lopez is nearing a return for Milwaukee.
Bucks coach Mike Budenholzer said Lopez will ramp up his contact work, including 5-on-5 work. Budenholzer called it “another good positive step” for Lopez.
It’s also possible that Lopez will do a rehab stint of sorts with the Wisconsin Herd of the G League. While it’s unlikely Lopez will play in G League games, he may practice with Herd. It’s rare for NBA teams to do a lot of full scrimmages this late in the season, so going to the Herd would let Lopez get in the work he needs.