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Lillard said to Sports Illustrated that it has been difficult to miss out on occasions when his family or friends would visit or go out to eat because he is “filled up by those people [his family].”

Though difficult to decipher, the abrupt departure from the city in which he had spent his entire career since being selected sixth overall in the 2012 NBA Draft illustrates the difficulties faced by professional athletes, particularly those who are adjusting to a significant move away from their “home.”

When asked about his life in Milwaukee, Lillard provided the most direct and honest response he could.

Alongside fellow star Giannis Antetokounmpo, the 33-year-old guard has been crucial to the team’s success early in the season.

He’s shooting 42.5 percent from the field and averaging 24.5 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 6.8 assists.

The Bucks, who are currently 38-21, are only one game behind the Cleveland Cavaliers for the second spot in the Eastern Conference, despite going through some drama following the coaching change that resulted in Doc Rivers taking over.