In the 23 games he played in the post-season, his numbers certainly took a significant jump as he averaged 23.6 points, 7.6 rebounds and 5.1 assists per game. In the 10 seasons he has played in the league, the 2-time All-Star has averaged 16.8 points, 4.8 rebounds and 3.6 assists per game.īut perhaps his best performance came in the 2021 playoffs. Khris Middleton might have started off his career with career averages of 6.1 points, 1.9 rebounds and 1.0 assists per game, but he hasn't looked back ever since. The duo eventually proved why the Bucks were right to trust them as they led Milwaukee to their first championship in 50 years and their second title in franchise history. Proving to be one of the most clutch players in the playoffs, it was Middleton and Giannis' incredible two-way play that was essential for the Bucks' success in the playoffs. Taking over the Bucks offense multiple times in the post-season, Middleton showed the world why he was one of the most underrated scorers in the league. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sportsįacing off against the likes of Kevin Durant and James Harden, it was Middleton who was X-Factor, especially in the 4th quarter. Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving (11) defends Milwaukee Bucks' Khris Middleton (22) during the first quarter during game four in the second round of the 2021 NBA Playoffs. With the team now possessing some versatile player, the 2-time All-Star could step up in late game situations and had easier opportunities to score. This also gave a chance for Middleton to shine. With Holiday and multiple versatile shooters in the lineup, the Bucks looked unstoppable. Bringing in an All-Star guard in Jrue Holiday, Milwaukee finally had their much-needed third star in the roster. The Bucks front-office certainly delivered as they made a plethora of changes ahead of the 2020-21 season. With the Bucks overly dependent on the duo and a lack of a quality supporting cast meant that some things needed to change. While the duo did flourish in the regular seasons, the team looked flat in the playoffs. A three-level scorer and an unselfish player, the forward was the go-to player in clutch situations. Middleton stepped in on these situations. Although the 'Greek Freak' dominated headlines, he had his own limitations, as he wasn't a versatile scorer. With Antetokounmpo taking massive strides towards improving as a power forward, Khris became the second star the team needed. Playing off of the two young unproven stars was a gamble, but it eventually worked out incredibly well for the Bucks. In a season or two it was the duo of Middleton and Giannis Antetokounmpo, who were the two biggest components of the Bucks. With the appointment of Jason Kidd, Middleton became an integral piece for the young Bucks side. Playing as a starter for the first in his NBA career, the forward's statistics increased significantly as he almost doubled his stats, averaging 12.1 points, 3.8 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game. In his very first season with the Bucks, head coach Larry Drew gave Middleton a much more prominent role in the team. This turned out to be a game changer for Milwaukee. In a shock move, the Bucks traded off one of their stars in Brandon Jennings and brought in Brandon Knight and Viacheslav Kravtsov, along with Middleton.
Even in his limited minutes, the rookie had terrible shooting splits and looked like a bust.īut the forward got a fresh chance in the next season. Given that he was a second-round pick, though, chances were sparse for the then 21-year-old. Mandatory Credit: Jason Getz-USA TODAY Sportsĭespite his middling statistics in college, the Detroit Pistons eventually took a chance on him drafting him in the second round of the 2012 draft with the 39th pick. Atlanta, Georgia, USA Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) dribbles the ball against Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young (11) during the third quarter in game six of the Eastern Conference Finals for the 2021 NBA Playoffs at State Farm Arena.
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