Porter Jr.’s season all but over in Milwaukee

Kevin Porter Jr.’s year in Milwaukee appears to be effectively finished after the Bucks ruled him out for Saturday’s matchup with San Antonio due to right‑knee synovitis. It marks his fifth straight absence, and head coach Doc Rivers admitted he would be “surprised” to see the 25‑year‑old return before the end of the 2025/26 campaign, now just two weeks from closing. Porter’s first full season with the Bucks has been disrupted by recurring health issues, limiting him to only 38 appearances.

When available, he delivered strong production, averaging 17.4 points, 7.4 assists and 5.2 rebounds in 33.2 minutes, shooting .465 from the field and .878 at the line. His contract includes a $5.4 million player option for 2026/27, giving him a decision to make in the offseason. Should he decline it, Porter would enter the summer as an unrestricted free agent, adding further uncertainty to an already frustrating year.