The Milwaukee Bucks have decided to bench Khris Middleton, as confirmed by coach Doc Rivers, ahead of their matchup against the San Antonio Spurs. Middleton, recovering from double ankle surgery and dealing with ankle tendinitis, missed a recent game against the Toronto Raptors. Rivers emphasized that the decision is health-related rather than performance-based, aiming to improve team continuity.

Middleton has faced significant injury issues since the 2022 playoffs, leading to limited appearances in recent seasons. While he has shown glimpses of his former self by producing solid statistics, the team's performance has not matched expectations, raising concerns about the effectiveness of the current starting lineup.