After missing Games 4 and 5 of the series, Damian Lillard returned to try and help the shorthanded Bucks against the Pacers, but it wasn't enough. The Bucks faced a tough loss in Game 6, ending their season. Giannis Antetokounmpo's absence due to injury was keenly felt, leading to disappointment for the team.
Despite some major changes in coaching and player acquisitions, the Bucks couldn't find the desired success in the playoffs. Upheaval in coaching staff and player lineups added to the challenges faced by the team. Lillard reflected on his first season with Milwaukee and expressed optimism for the future.