Lillard's recovery time was considered "historic," thanks in part to early detection and treatment. Game 2 between the Bucks and Pacers is set for Tuesday, while Game 3 will be back in Milwaukee on Friday. Earlier this week, the Bucks said in a statement that Lillard had made "significant" improvement. Per the team's statement:

Damian Lillard gives a key update on his injury status ahead of the Milwaukee Bucks’ playoff clash with the Indiana Pacers.

Damian Lillard could return by Game 2 or 3 of the Milwaukee Bucks’ first round series against the Indiana Pacers. Lilalrd was originally ruled out indefinitely back in March with blood clots. As ESPN’s Shams Charania put it,