Milwaukee's Greek star Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 42 points in the last race, but then it did not help much.
When the final series returned to Milwaukee, the 26-year-old, who was hesitant to play less than a week ago (suffered a knee injury in the semifinal series against Los Angeles), made another huge effort and scored a total of 41 points.
And this time it was enough to win.
The home team won 120-100 and thus took their first victory in the final meeting with the Phoenix Suns.
After the match, Antetokounmpo was hailed.
- This is not the first time he makes such an effort, says teammate Khris Middleton according to ESPN and continues:
- It does not surprise me.
He has been doing such matches for a long time now, now it is happening on the biggest stage and everyone has the opportunity to witness it.
Even though he is injured, he manages to go out there and be so productive and dominant.
First then O'Neal
Giannis Antetokounmpo is only the second player in NBA history to reach 40 points and 10 rebounds in two straight finals.
Shaquille O'Neal succeeded in the feat 21 years ago.
- I just go out and try to enjoy and do my best, says Milwaukee Bucks best scorer.
With the victory, they reduce to 1-2 in the final.
The fourth final meeting will be played the night before Thursday, local time.