Thursday night marked the return of NBA regular season action including a matchup of Eastern Conference contenders. The Boston Celtics visited the Milwaukee Bucks with the Greek Freak's team getting the one-point victory. Here are five stars from this game on Thursday (February 21).
Giannis Antetokounmpo - Milwaukee Bucks
It was Giannis' night to regain his composure after Team Giannis lost in the All-Star game. The Greek Freak finished with 30 points on 11-for-19 shooting along with 13 rebounds and six assists in the 98-97 win.
.@Giannis_An34 with a JAM! 😯#FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/lT9EXIZx9d
— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) February 22, 2019
Khris Middleton - Milwaukee Bucks
Another of the NBA All-Stars from Team Giannis also gave the Bucks a great contribution. Khris Middleton had 15 points and 13 rebounds as well as four assists and a steal. That helped the Bucks win the battle of the boards 55-50 and win the game 98-97.
Khris Middleton. CLUTCH. pic.twitter.com/GWoLyLQMD4
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) February 22, 2019