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Wizards' Khris Middleton Gets Huge Ovations as He Plays at Milwaukee
Middleton returned to Milwaukee's Fiserv Forum for the first time since his February trade, ending a 12-year Bucks career highlighted by multiple All-Star appearances and franchise records.
- Yesterday, Khris Middleton returned to Fiserv Forum as a Washington Wizards player after being traded from the Bucks on Feb. 6, ending a 12-year run.
- Khris Middleton built his legacy in Milwaukee with All-Star seasons and a championship, leading the franchise with 1,382 3-pointers and ranking third in assists with 2,990.
- During the first timeout, the Bucks played a minute-long Fiserv Forum tribute video to Khris Middleton, who raised his arm, placed his right hand over his heart and sank a 3 after a standing ovation at pregame introductions.
- After shootaround, Khris Middleton, 34-year-old wing, emphasized his improved health and said he hoped not to tear up while reminiscing walking Fiserv Forum hallways.
- Khris Middleton's foundation and '12 days of Khrismas' events have deeply impacted Milwaukee, while Giannis Antetokounmpo and Peter Feigin support a potential future jersey honor.
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After 12 seasons and 735 games with the Bucks -- highlighted by winning the 2021 NBA championship -- Khris Middleton played his first game as a visitor in Milwaukee on Wednesday night, this time as a member of the Wizards.
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USA TodayFormer Bucks star Khris Middleton already feeling emotions in Milwaukee return
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