Middleton, Antetokounmpo give Bucks 2-1 advantage against Hawks

Sports Desk, Jun 27 (EFE).- Stellar performances by Khris Middleton and Giannis Antetokounmpo helped the Milwaukee Bucks secure a 102-113 victory over the Atlanta Hawks in game 3 on Sunday and gain a 2-1 advantage in the best of seven Eastern Conference finals.

Middleton was the top scorer for his team as he posted a double-double of 38 points and 11 rebounds, while Antetokounmpo too got a double-double of 33 points and 11 rebounds.

For the Hawks, Trae Young was the top scorer with 35 points, while Danilo Gallinari contributed another 18 points.

Game 4 will be played on Wednesday at the same venue, in the State Farm Arena in Atlanta. EFE

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