Charania's report on Wednesday indicates that someone, or multiple people, within the organization are getting tired with Middleton's lack of progress. Putting public pressure on a player, particularly one of Middleton's standing, is a rare occurrence in Milwaukee.

The Bucks' Khris Middleton has been medically cleared for his season debut, but his return will be based on when he feels ready, sources told ESPN.

Though he has been medically cleared to return, and apparently has been for some time, Milwaukee Bucks star Khris Middleton isn’t ready to take the court yet.