The New York Knicks' potential first-round playoff opponents could have heavy ramifications for their chances at a deep run.

The 34-year-old point guard is on blood-thinners. A league source told The Athletic that there is optimism he will return this season.

There's "much more hope" that Milwaukee Bucks point guard Damian Lillard can return this season from deep vein thrombosis in his right calf, which has kept him out since March 18. Head coach Doc Rivers delivered that news to reporters Thursday before his team's road win over the Philadelphia 76ers.