MIAMI — Milwaukee's roster transformation started after losing to Miami in last season's playoffs, one that made the Bucks give themselves a critical look.
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MILWAUKEE'S EXTREME MAKEOVER
MILWAUKEE'S EXTREME MAKEOVER
ERIC GAY, ASSOCIATED PRESS
While this series in many ways will serve as a re-match of last season's second-round showdown, there are several new faces this time around — especially in Milwaukee.
The Heat didn't let a pair of lengthy mid-season losing streaks throw them off their path to the playoffs, finishing the final month of the season on fire. Winners of 12 of their final 16 games, the Heat are entering the playoffs with plenty of confidence.
The Bucks are standing behind coach Mike Budenholzer as he leads the team to the playoffs for the third straight season. But don't expect that loyalty to last too long if Milwaukee falls to Miami again.
Despite failing to make the shortlist for the league's Most Valuable Player award this season after taking home the hardware the previous two seasons, Giannis Antetokounmpo is unquestionably the most important player in this series.
