Report: Bucks' Crowder cleared to return vs. Cavs

Milwaukee Bucks forward Jae Crowder has been cleared to return to the team's lineup Wednesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers, sources told The Athletic's Shams Charania.

Crowder has missed the last 32 games - spanning two months - after undergoing surgery to repair left adductor and abdominal tears.

The veteran forward has appeared in nine games this season, averaging 8.1 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 26.7 minutes per outing. Crowder started in two of those contests before being sidelined.

The Bucks acquired Crowder from the Phoenix Suns in February 2023 after he sat out due to a trade request. He averaged 6.9 points last campaign for Milwaukee.