Damian Lillard added 25 points for Milwaukee, which completed a 4-0 homestand. Khris Middleton had 13 points and eight assists in 25 minutes off the bench. Brook Lopez added 12 points, and Taurean Prince had 11.
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 34 points and 15 rebounds to help the Milwaukee Bucks beat the short-handed Philadelphia 76ers 123-109 on Friday night.
In this predicted trade, the Milwaukee Bucks land three forwards from the Brooklyn Nets while parting ways with Khris Middleton.
According to Clutch Points NBA insider Brett Siegel, the Bucks remain interested in acquiring Butler and are willing to include forward Khris Middleton in the trade after previous reports signaled that Milwaukee would prefer to hold onto Middleton if possible.
The Milwaukee Bucks face lineup uncertainty with Khris Middleton and Giannis Antetokounmpo listed as questionable for their game against the Philadelphia 76ers on January 19. Middleton's return is crucial for maintaining offensive balance.
Damian Lillard scored 30 points and Giannis Antetokounmpo had 26 points and 11 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks capitalized on a fast start for the second straight night and trounced the Orlando Magic 122-93.
Giannis Antetokounmpo talks about why Khris Middleton is coming off the bench, details his importance in the team's success
Doc Rivers will stick with a starting five of Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard, Brook Lopez, Andre Jackson, and Taurean Prince.