NBA 2018-19: 3 Talking points from Milwaukee Bucks vs Miami Heat

#2 Bucks pair of All-Stars step up big time

Khris Middleton was named an All-Star for the first time in his career this year.

Led by quality All-Stars in Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton, the Bucks tied a franchise record for second-half comebacks. The East All-Star captain finished with 33 points, 16 rebounds, and 9 assists to lead his team to a win when they needed him the most.

"It doesn't matter if you're down 20, 15, 10,'' said Antetokounmpo. "We're going to keep playing hard. It's a process. You've got to win games like this. You've got to face adversity when you're playing on the road. In the playoffs, it's not going to be easy. We want to be a great team and that's why we keep playing hard.''

Giannis also chipped in with 2 steals and 3 blocks on the defensive end.

Small forward Khris Middleton ended with 21 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists on an efficient 50% shooting night from the floor. The 27-year-old did so in 32 minutes, committing just 1 turnover in the process.