Hawks fall short in playoff-like test against Bucks

Photo by Adam Hagy/NBAE via Getty ImagesThe Atlanta Hawks found themselves back home at State Farm Arena for a —nationally televised — Thursday night fixture against the Milwaukee Bucks but were unable to continue their winning ways, falling short 120-109.

Bogdan Bogdanovic led the Hawks with another extremely impressive and efficient performance, scoring 28 points on 10-of-20 shooting from the field, 6-of-12 from three, as well as notching seven assists.

For the Bucks, Jrue Holiday led the Bucks with 23 points as seven Milwaukee players notched double-digit scoring.

Both teams welcomed back their respective stars, with Giannis Antetokounmpo returning after a six-game absence while Trae Young…