Portis provided 19 points (8-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal over 26 minutes during Thursday's 112-105 loss to the Heat.
Portis returned to action Thursday following a one-game absence due to a back contusion. He served as a much-needed spark for Milwaukee's bench, finishing as the team's second-leading scorer behind Giannis Antetokounmpo. Portis has been highly efficient in March, averaging 15.3 points per game while shooting over 56.5 percent from the field across six outings. With Milwaukee's frontcourt finally reaching full health, Portis has settled back into his signature high-usage reserve role, where he continues to be a reliable source of points and triples.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Ready to play Thursday
Rotowire
Portis (back) is available for Thursday's game against the Heat, Stephen Watson of ESPN Milwaukee reports.
Portis sat out of Tuesday's game against Phoenix while nursing a back issue, but he's received the green light to suit up Thursday. He's gotten off to a solid start to March and is averaging 14.6 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.4 assists in five outings.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Listed as questionable
Rotowire
Portis (back) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Heat.
Portis remains day-to-day after missing Tuesday's game against the Suns. If the veteran forward is unable to shake this questionable tag, the Bucks could utilize Kyle Kuzma and Pete Nance a bit more.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Not playing Tuesday
Rotowire
Portis (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Suns.
Portis was a late addition to Tuesday's injury report due to a back contusion, and the injury is severe enough for the veteran big man to sit out of Tuesday's contest. With Jericho Sims (knee) also out, the Bucks will lean more heavily on Kyle Kuzma and Pete Nance to provide depth behind Giannis Antetokounmpo and Myles Turner.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Late addition to injury report
Rotowire
Portis is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Suns due to a back contusion.
Portis wasn't listed on Milwaukee's initial injury report, suggesting the issue popped up overnight. Jericho Sims (knee) is also questionable, while Taurean Prince (neck) could make his long-awaited return to game action. If Portis is sidelined, Pete Nance and Kyle Kuzma could see more action.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Double-doubles off bench
Rotowire
Portis logged 18 points (7-11 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 28 minutes during Sunday's 130-91 loss to Orlando.
With Giannis Antetokounmpo getting a maintenance day, Portis took on a larger role for the Bucks and was one of the few bright spots for the team in this blowout defeat. He's been solid lately with averages of 14.8 points, 4.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 2.8 three-pointers over his last eight outings.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Leading scorer in Sunday's rout
Rotowire
Portis finished with 18 points (7-14 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds and one block across 24 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 120-97 loss to the Bulls.
The veteran big led the Bucks in scoring on the afternoon, as none of the team's starters managed more than 13 points. Portis has scored in double digits in four straight games and eight of the last 10, averaging 13.6 points, 5.2 boards, 2.1 threes and 0.8 assists in 21.9 minutes as one of the key pieces of Milwaukee's second unit.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Double-doubles against Pels
Rotowire
Portis had 17 points (8-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt), 11 rebounds, one assist and one block over 27 minutes off the bench during Friday's 139-118 victory over New Orleans.
The veteran forward produced his second straight double-double and his ninth of the season. Portis has looked good in five games since returning from a bruised hip, averaging 13.4 points, 6.2 boards, 1.8 threes, 1.0 assists and 1.0 steals in 23.0 minutes while shooting 53.8 percent from the floor and 42.9 percent from beyond the arc over that stretch.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Provides ample bench support
Rotowire
Portis collected 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), 12 rebounds, three assists and four steals in 29 minutes during Thursday's 110-93 win over the Thunder.
Portis bounced back from a dud Wednesday against the Magic, as he was held to four points, two rebounds and one steal in 16 minutes. He looked rejuvenated Thursday night by leading the Milwaukee bench in scoring. Portis also paced the team on the defensive end with four steals, his best effort through 51 games this season.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Scores 21 points in victory
Rotowire
Portis posted 21 points (9-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt), six rebounds and one assist in 26 minutes during Friday's 105-99 win over Indiana.
Portis returned from a two-game absence due to a right hip contusion and was one of three Bucks players to score 20-plus points. The veteran big man reached the 20-point threshold for the first time since Jan. 2, though he has scored at least 15 in five of his last seven appearances. He was also effective from beyond the arc after having shot just 20.0 percent from downtown over his previous three appearances (all starts), during which he averaged 14.7 points in 36.3 minutes per game.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Won't start in return
Rotowire
Portis (hip) is available for Friday's game against the Pacers but is not in the starting lineup.
Portis started each of his last three appearances prior to his two-game absence due to a right hip contusion. However, he'll come off the bench Friday. Over his last 10 appearances off the bench, the veteran big man has averaged 13.1 points, 6.6 rebounds and 2.0 assists across 23.5 minutes per contest.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Will play Friday
Rotowire
Portis (hip) will play in Friday's game against the Pacers, Tony East of Forbes.com reports.
Portis is returning from a two-game absence with a bruised right hip. Jericho Sims now has a major obstacle to overcome for minutes Friday, though Kyle Kuzma (calf) is out. Portis has scored in double figures in nine of his last 10 outings, averaging 14.1 points, 7.6 rebounds and 3.1 assists in 29.1 minutes per game during that span.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Questionable for Friday
Rotowire
Portis (hip) is questionable for Friday's game versus the Pacers.
Portis has missed the past two games, but it looks like there's a chance he could return Friday. If Portis can get back on the court, there would be fewer minutes available for Andre Jackson and Pete Nance.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Another absence coming
Rotowire
Portis (hip) will not play Wednesday against the Pelicans.
Portis will be sidelined for his second straight game, with his next chance to return coming Friday against the Pacers. Portis' name has surfaced in the rumor mill, but it's unclear if the Bucks are simply being cautious with this injury.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Won't play Tuesday
Rotowire
Portis (hip) is out for Tuesday's game against the Bulls.
Portis is up against a quick turnaround if he wants to return to action Wednesday versus the Pelicans. Pete Nance should be thrust into a more sizable role in the frontcourt Tuesday, with Gary Trent also being an option for increased playing time.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Not expected to play Tuesday
Rotowire
Portis (hip) is unlikely to play Tuesday against Chicago, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.
Portis is officially listed as questionable on the team's injury report, but it seems he's trending in the wrong direction. The team should have the final word on his availability shortly.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Iffy for Tuesday
Rotowire
Portis is questionable for Tuesday's game versus the Bulls with a right hip contusion.
This is a new issue for Portis, and it's not a good sign for his availability that he's being added to the injury report this late. Plus, this game is the front end of a back-to-back set. If Portis is unable to give it a go, the Bucks could lean more on Kyle Kuzma and Pete Nance.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Pulls down dozen boards in loss
Rotowire
Portis racked up eight points (4-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt), 12 rebounds, three assists and one steal across 37 minutes during Sunday's 107-79 loss to Boston.
Making his third straight start, Portis struggled to find his shot but ripped down a dozen boards for the second time in that span. The veteran forward has seen a bigger workload of late, and over his last 10 games (four starts) Portis is averaging 14.1 points, 7.6 boards, 3.1 assists and 1.8 threes in 29.0 minutes.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Starting Tuesday
Rotowire
Portis is in the starting lineup for Tuesday's matchup with the 76ers.
Joining Portis in the first unit for Tuesday's game will be Ryan Rollins, AJ Green, Kyle Kuzma and Myles Turner. Over six starts this season, Portis has produced averages of 16.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 1.7 triples and 1.0 steals per game.
... See More... See Less
Bucks' Bobby Portis: Productive off bench in loss
Rotowire
Portis ended with 15 points (6-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, nine assists and one steal over 37 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's 122-102 loss to Oklahoma City.
The veteran big man fell just short of his seventh double-double of the season. Portis has scored in the teens while draining multiple three-pointers in five straight games (one start), averaging 15.0 points, 4.8 boards, 2.8 assists, 2.4 threes and 0.8 steals in 25.0 minutes during that stretch.
