Bucks have clear timeline for Damian Lillard injury return after latest ...
It has been confirmed when star point guard Damian Lillard will likely return for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA Playoffs.
behindthebuckpass.comHere’s the latest I can share based on aggregation of recent reporting:
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Damian Lillard has been recovering from a torn Achilles. The prevailing expectation from outlets in late 2025 a nd 2026 has been that his return would target the 2026-27 NBA season, with many sources suggesting an October 2026 start or thereabouts as the practical goal. This aligns with the typical timeline for Achilles rehab and the Blazers’ rebuilding timeline.[1][4][7]
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Some reports in the spring of 2026 indicate he remains sidelined through the 2025-26 season and eyes a return in the 2026-27 season, with discussions around training camp and the early portion of that season as his likely window if rehab stays on track. Note that timelines can shift based on medical updates and team decisions.[3][5]
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In short, the most consistent current target is to return for the start of the 2026-27 season (October 2026), rather than a late-2025 return or the 2025-26 season.[7][1][3]
If you’d like, I can pull fresh, up-to-the-minute reports and cite them directly, and summarize any official statements from Lillard or the Blazers.