Medical Update On Damian Lillard

By Milwaukee Bucks - May 2nd, 2025 07:01 pm

MILWAUKEE (May 2, 2025) – Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard underwent successful surgery today to repair a torn left Achilles tendon. The surgery was performed by Dr. Neal ElAttrache in Los Angeles, with consultation from Bucks orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Carole Vetter.

Lillard suffered the injury during the first period of Game Four of the 2025 NBA Playoffs vs. Indiana on April 27.

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People: Carole Vetter, Damian Lillard

Organizations: Milwaukee Bucks

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