Even though Antetokounmpo had a real injury, the late nature of the decision frustrated fans, both in the arena and around the country, who would miss one of the few opportunities to see Antetokounmpo play against Steph Curry, Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler. That the game ended up being fun (and a 10-point Bucks win) anyway was beside the point.

MILWAUKEE – Three days after one of his top players was a healthy scratch in an effort to preserve his long-term health, Warriors coach Steve Kerr gave a measured response to Michael Jordan’s public criticism of load management.

The Golden State Warriors are 4-1 on the season, a half-game behind the San Antonio Spurs and a full game behind the first place Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference. The Warriors' hot start culminated in a dominant win Tuesday night against the Los Angeles Clippers that cemented Kerr's team as an early season contender.