Lillard out indefinitely due to blood clot in calf

Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard has been diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right calf and is out indefinitely, the team announced on Tuesday

Lillard, 34, is on a blood-thinning medication, which has stabilized the clot, according to the team. He will continue to undergo regular testing.

“Damian’s health is our No. 1 priority,” Bucks general manager Jon Horst said in a statement “We will support him as he moves through this weekly process of strict criteria to ensure that it is safe for him to return to play. Doctors have indicated that his situation is very unlikely to occur again. We are thankful that this was identified and medicated quickly, which helps with the recovery.”

The San Antonio Spurs shut down star big Victor Wembanyama earlier this year after he was diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder.

Lillard was named to his ninth All-Star game this season and is averaging nearly 25 points and 7.1 assists per game.