Damian Lillard takes the 1st step toward recovery from a torn Achilles tendon by undergoing surgery to repair the injury on Friday.

Midway through the first quarter of Sunday's Game 4, Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard exhibited the classic result of an Achilles tear when he fell to the floor before immediately grabbing his left lower leg and ankle. He was clearly in pain and appeared to look around as if surprised by whatever just took him out.

MILWAUKEE (AP) — Damian Lillard has a torn left Achilles tendon, confirming the Milwaukee Bucks’ worst fears after the seven-time all-NBA guard was helped off the court Sunday night. The Bucks announced the severity of Lillard’s injury after he had an MRI on Monday.