A great victory. In this match between the last two NBA finalists, the Bucks won on their Fiserv Forum floor against the Phoenix Suns (132-122) on Sunday.
The Bucks took time to get into the game. The first quarter was in favor of the Suns (33-30) before a more balanced second quarter (30-30). In a mano a mano at the top between Milwaukee (3rd in the Eastern Conference) and Phoenix (1st in the Western Conference), it was the locals who managed to take the lead in the third quarter (91-90). In the last quarter, the Bucks blew up their evening opponents (32-41) in the wake of an excellent Jrue Holiday (24 points, 2 rebounds, 9 assists).
Khris Middleton on fire
The Suns were able to count on a very good Deandre Ayton (30 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists). But opposite, Khris Middleton was untouchable on Sunday evening. The Bucks winger scored 44 points for 5 assists and 8 rebounds and signed a capital performance. Author of 19 points, Giannis Antetokounmpo was decisive, even if he committed six faults.
