NBA: Bucks clinch top seed in Eastern Conference

By Can Erozden

ANKARA (AA) - NBA Eastern Conference leaders Milwaukee Bucks won against Philadelphia 76ers 128-122 to clinch their home court advantage for 2019 playoffs on Thursday.

Bucks' Greek superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo was on fire against 76ers, scoring 45 points and having 13 rebounds in Philadelphia.

The 'Greek Freak' put up another MVP- worthy performance, helping his team to lock up first seed in Eastern Conference and have home-court advantage throughout NBA playoffs.

Bucks forward Khris Middleton helped with 22 points in the win.

76ers' star Joel Embiid recorded a "triple double" as he scored 34 points, grabbed 13 rebounds and produced 13 assists.

The home team's shooting guard JJ Redick scored 29 points for his team.

The NBA playoffs will start on April 13.

- Results:

Philadelphia 76ers - Milwaukee Bucks: 122-128

Sacramento Kings - Cleveland Cavaliers: 117-104

Los Angeles Lakers - Golden State Warriors: 90-108