NBA Player News

Porter (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Clippers.

Porter will be sidelined for a fifth consecutive contest with a right knee issue, and he doesn't appear to have a clear timetable for a return to the floor. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) also out, Ryan Rollins should continue to operate as the top point guard for the Bucks on Saturday and handle the lion's share of the playmaking responsibilities.

Antetokounmpo (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Spurs.

Antetokounmpo will miss a sixth consecutive contest due to a left knee hyperextension and bone bruise. According to Eric Nehm of The Athletic, the Bucks have approached the superstar about shutting him down for the remainder of the campaign, though he wants to keep playing. Antetokounmpo should be considered doubtful for future contests until the Bucks offer an update on his status.

Kuzma (Achilles) is questionable for Saturday's meeting with the Spurs.

Kuzma has missed the past two games for the Bucks, which has resulted in more minutes for Jericho Sims and Pete Nance. It'll be more of the same if he's ruled out again Saturday.

Landale (shoulder) won't play in Friday's game against Boston, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

Landale was listed as questionable heading into this one, though he won't be able to suit up. Now that he has been ruled out, Mouhamed Gueye is the favorite to see minutes behind Onyeka Okongwu. Landale's next chance to play will be Saturday versus the visiting Sacramento Kings.

Harris (groin) is questionable for Saturday's game versus San Antonio.

Harris has missed the past three games with a groin issue, but there's a chance he'll be able to get back out there for Saturday's game. That said, Harris has a negligible role in Milwaukee's rotation, so his playing status won't impact fantasy leagues.

Nesmith (back) is available for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Nesmith will shed his probable tag due to lower-back soreness Friday and should be able to handle his normal workload. The sharpshooter has averaged 17.5 points, 2.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 2.9 three-pointers in 30.1 minutes per contest over his last eight games.

Toppin (back) is good to go for Friday's game against the Clippers.

Toppin will push through the back pain, and he should see his usual minutes Friday night. The 27-year-old power forward is averaging 9.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.1 triples per game this season.

Brown (Achilles), who has already been ruled out for Friday's game against Atlanta, is considered day-to-day, according to Jay King of The Athletic

Brown won't suit up for Friday's meeting with the Hawks. However, it appears there's a chance his absence will extend beyond this contest, considering head coach Joe Mazzulla didn't provide much clarity on his condition when asked by reporters. While the star forward is on the shelf, Jayson Tatum, Derrick White, and Payton Pritchard should handle the majority of the load on the scoring end.

Clifford (foot) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Hawks.

It was reported Monday that Clifford was expected to miss at least one week due to a left mid-foot sprain, though there's a chance he will return Saturday. If the rookie first-rounder is cleared to play, there would be fewer minutes available for guys like Daeqwon Plowden, Devin Carter and Malik Monk.

Hayes (finger) is questionable for Saturday's game against the Hawks.

Hayes is dealing with left finger soreness in the aftermath of Thursday's loss to the Magic. Devin Carter would be in a position to handle the top spot at point guard if Hayes cannot play Saturday.