After missing the first 21 games of the season, Middleton returned to action earlier this month.

It will likely take a few weeks for him to get into form, but the three-time All-Star is a significant part of the team, so his addition to the lineup will give them a considerable boost.

Last year, Middleton had averages of 15.1 points, 4.7 rebounds and 5.3 assists per contest while shooting 49.3% from the field and 38.1% from the three-point range in 55 games.

The Bucks are the sixth seed in the Eastern Conference with a 13-11 record in 24 games.

They are in the middle of a two-game winning streak (and won eight of their previous ten).

Most recently, the Bucks beat the Orlando Magic (at home) by a score of 114-109.

As for Atlanta, they are the seventh seed (one spot behind Milwaukee) with a 14-12 record in 26 games.