MIAMI, FL (WSAU-MetroSource) – The Heat took a lead in their opening-round playoff series against the Bucks following a 121-99 victory in Miami.
Jimmy Butler led all scorers with 30 points before coming out of the game with back stiffness while Duncan Robinson nailed five three-pointers off the bench on his way to 20 points. The team was dealt another blow after Victor Oladipo was helped off the court with a knee injury.
Khris Middleton scored 23 points for Milwaukee, which was without its star player. Giannis Antetokounmpo missed his second straight game with a bruised back.
The Heat are up 2-1 in the best-of-seven series with Game Four tipping off in Miami Monday night.
