By Eurohoops team/ info@eurohoops.net
Three-time All-Star Khris Middleton has agreed on a new three-year, $102 million deal to stay with the Milwaukee Bucks, his agents Mike Lindeman and Jeff Schwartz stated to ESPN.
Middleton played college basketball for Texas A&M University before declaring for the 2012 NBA Draft. He was selected by the Detroit Pistons with the 39th overall pick and began his NBA career with the team. After spending one season with the Pistons, Middleton was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks in July 2013.
Since joining the Milwaukee Bucks, Middleton has developed into a key player for the team. He is known for his scoring ability, versatility, and clutch performances. Middleton plays primarily as a small forward and shooting guard, capable of scoring from both inside and outside the paint.
Middleton’s offensive skills are well-regarded, and he has become a reliable scorer for the Bucks. He has a smooth shooting stroke and has been known to hit critical shots in crucial moments. Middleton’s ability to create his own shot and score in isolation situations has made him a valuable player on the team.
Defensively, Middleton has also shown his capabilities. He has the size and length to guard multiple positions effectively, and his defensive contributions have been crucial to the Bucks’ success.
Middleton has been an integral part of the Milwaukee Bucks’ journey to success, including helping the team win the NBA championship in 2021 alongside his teammate Giannis Antetokounmpo.