If Milwaukee Bucks fans need any reassurance around the uncertainty of Damian Lillard returning, they got another one Friday morning. The nine-time All-Star took to social media for the first time since tearing his Achilles against the Indiana Pacers in Game 4,

Milwaukee Bucks star Damian Lillard suffered a torn left Achilles tendon during the first round of the 2025 NBA playoffs. During Game 4 of their best-of-seven series against the Indiana Pacers, Lillard had a non-contact injury early in the first quarter and was ruled out for the rest of the game.

While Damian Lillard may return at the end of next season from a torn Achilles tendon, here’s a look at his current contract situation with the Bucks.