MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Just days after the Milwaukee Bucks reported all-star guard Damian Lillard was making progress from deep vein thrombosis, the team provided a further update on Thursday, April 17 to say that he is cleared for full basketball activity.

He is also no longer taking blood-thinning medication, according to the team.

General Manager Jon Horst said in a press release, "Our priority has always been Dame’s health. We’re grateful to our medical team for diagnosing and treating his DVT at an early stage, and for the world-renown hematology specialists at Mayo Clinic. Every step of Dame’s recovery has been at the direction of world-class medical professionals and their specific and strict protocols that have allowed for Dame’s safe and healthy return to play."

The team has not confirmed when he will be cleared to return to the team's lineup as they enter the NBA Playoffs.

MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard is making progress in his recovery from deep vein thrombosis in his right calf, according to team officials.

The team said Tuesday, April 15 that Lillard has shown significant improvement and will begin increasing his on-court basketball activity. Bucks General Manager Jon Horst said the team is following medical protocols and will continue monitoring Lillard’s health.

The Bucks are scheduled to open their first-round playoff series against the Indiana Pacers on Saturday, April 19 in Indianapolis. The team has not indicated whether Lillard will be available for that game or any others.