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MIL • Forward • #9
2 days ago
Portis has now recorded six double-doubles this season, with all having been recorded since December 14. Over the past month, the Bucks’ forward has offered top-75 per-game value in eight-cat formats. By comparison, Myles Turner (eight points, six rebounds and two three-pointers) has not been a top-150 player during this period. The combination of Portis’ production and the underwhelming return offered by Turner makes the former worth the risk in some 12-team leagues.
MIL • Forward • #9
13 days ago
Portis came off the bench again with Giannis Antetokounmpo and Ryan Rollins in the starting lineup. The 30-year-old power forward was very efficient in his 23 minutes, dropping 25 points on 12 shots and making five three-pointers. Portis remains one of the more reliable bench players in the league and he showed it again in the win over the Hornets Monday.
MIL • Forward • #9
16 days ago
Portis utilized efficient shooting and tied a season-high in rebounds before earning his fourth double-double in the past six games. He was one of five Milwaukee players to score at least 15 points, and one of three Bucks to collect multiple steals. The veteran forward has now stepped into a starting role under head coach Doc Rivers, and with the role and minutes where they are currently, fantasy managers should expect Portis to remain productive moving forward.
MIL • Forward • #9
21 days ago
After a stellar performance in Thursday’s loss to the Raptors, Portis was inserted into the starting lineup for the first time since November 22. The veteran forward answered with his second straight double-double and third in four appearances. Jericho Sims, who was moved back to the bench to make room for Portis, played 19 minutes and finished with nine points, six rebounds, two assists and one steal. As long as he’s starting in place of the injured Giannis Antetokounmpo, Portis should be rostered in 12-team leagues.
MIL • Forward • #9
24 days ago
Despite the Raptors not employing a legitimate center in their starting lineup with Jakob Poeltl out, the Bucks still started Jericho Sims alongside Myles Turner. It was inevitable that Portis would be asked to do more, and he was up to the task. The “Mayor of Milwaukee” recorded his second double-double in three games and replaced Sims (six points, seven rebounds and one assist in 26 minutes) in the lineup to begin the third quarter. As long as Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is out, Portis is worth rostering.
MIL • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Portis is averaging 11.2 points per game this year, but with Giannis Antetokounmpo out of the lineup he’s put up at least 22 points in two of his last three games. The 30-year-old power forward was very efficient with 27 points on 13 attempts and five made three-pointers. He’s still in a reserve scoring role, but with Giannis sidelined there’s more of a runway for Portis to hit his ceiling.
MIL • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Portis was one of Milwaukee’s most productive players on Friday. In 23 minutes, he led the team in scoring and made three-pointers, and was one of five Bucks players to score in double figures. The veteran forward didn’t make many contributions elsewhere, however — he didn’t record an assist, had minimal impact on the glass, and finished with one stock on the defensive end. Portis has had one of his least productive seasons in quite some time, from a statistical standpoint, but with the Bucks down Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf), he should have opportunities to pick up his production.
MIL • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Initially questionable for Wednesday’s game, Portis has officially been cleared to play. He’ll provide depth off the bench, but that has not been a great place to be for him this season in terms of fantasy value. There’s no issue with holding onto Portis in deep leagues, but fantasy managers should keep their expectations in check.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Forward • #9
about 1 month ago
Portis didn’t make the initial injury report, but now there is a chance he is held out against Detroit. His potential absence would likely result in his minutes being divided among Myles Turner, Kyle Kuzma and Jericho Sims, which doesn’t open the door for any streaming options.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIL • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
In the three games since Milwaukee lost Giannis Antetokounmpo (groin) during a November 17 loss to the Cavaliers, Portis has scored 19, 18 and 22 points. After starting the first two games, Portis was back on the bench Monday night, but that didn’t prevent him from recording his first 20-point game of the season. As long as Portis continues to hit the mid-to-high 20s in minutes, he’s worth trusting while the Bucks await Giannis’ return, especially with the Bucks having three more games in Week 6.
MIL • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
After scoring 19 points in his first start for the injured Giannis Antetokounmpo, Portis tallied 18 on 70 percent shooting on Saturday. He didn’t provide any defensive stats against the Bucks, but the opportunity to start makes Portis a player worth rostering while Milwaukee awaits the return of its best player. And with four games on the schedule for Week 6, now is a good time to add Portis if he’s sitting on your league’s waiver wire.
MIL • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Portis was Bucks head coach Doc Rivers’ choice to fill the massive void left by Giannis Antetokounmpo, who will be re-evaluated in one to two weeks after suffering a strained groin. After a slow start to his 11th NBA season, “The Mayor of Milwaukee” was productive in his 28 minutes. The playing time is a concern, especially with Myles Turner (14/10/1 with three three-pointers) also playing 28 minutes. Gary Trent Jr. (11 points, two assists, one steal and three three-pointers) replaced Portis in the lineup to begin the third quarter, a sign that the matchup influenced the minutes. Despite that, Milwaukee’s lack of dependable frontcourt options makes rostering Portis a risk worth taking in deeper leagues.
MIL • Forward • #9
about 2 months ago
Thursday’s game will be the first Milwaukee has played since losing Giannis Antetokounmpo to a strained groin during Monday’s loss to the Cavaliers. Portis, who has provided limited fantasy value this season, moves into the starting lineup. Even with the slow start, he’s worth the risk due to the opportunity.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIL • Forward • #9
2 months ago
As expected, Kyle Kuzma received the starting nod with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) unavailable. However, Portis provided greater value despite coming off the bench. A double-digit scorer in three straight, the 14 points are the most in a game for Portis since he dropped a season-high 16 on November 1 against the Kings. As for Kuzma, he finished Wednesday’s defeat with eight points, three rebounds, four assists, one steal and one blocked shot, shooting 3-of-12 from the field.
MIL • Forward • #9
2 months ago
Even with Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) back in the Bucks’ lineup, Portis’ playing time increased on Saturday, playing 23 minutes after logging 16 in Thursday’s win over the Warriors. The reason for the increase in playing time was Myles Turner (9/3/0/2 with three three-pointers) getting into early foul trouble, which limited him to 24 minutes. While a fixture in the Bucks’ rotation, Portis’ opportunities are dictated primarily by Turner’s production, which limits his fantasy ceiling.
MIL • Forward • #9
3 months ago
Giannis Antetokounmpo was on the Bucks bench in street clothes Thursday night, so Portis received the starting nod. The veteran forward/center was solid playing alongside Myles Turner, and he’ll provide consistent fantasy value when the regular season begins, whether he starts or comes off the bench. Portis has finished each of the last three seasons ranked just outside the top-100 in per-game value, making him well worth the risk in the later rounds of fantasy drafts.
MIL • Forward • #9
3 months ago
The Bucks remain without Giannis Antetokounmpo, who was unavailable to begin training camp after contracting COVID-19 while in Greece. However, he has been practicing. With Kyle Kuzma also out, Portis will start at power forward Thursday night. The other four starters from Monday’s preseason opener are unchanged.
Source: Milwaukee Bucks
MIL • Forward • #9
7 months ago
With Damian Lillard (Achilles) set to miss a significant portion of the 2025-26 season, keeping its other key players on board is critical for Milwaukee in free agency. One of those players is Portis, a fan favorite who has been consistently productive throughout his time with the Bucks. The third year of his new deal will be a player option. Having finished the 2024-25 season ranked just outside the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats, Portis’ Yahoo! ADP will be elevated in 2025-26 due to Lillard’s absence.
Source: Shams Charania
MIL • Forward • #9
9 months ago
Damian Lillard’s season-ending Achilles tendon tear meant the Bucks would have to make at least one change to their starting lineup. Porter will fill the void left by the perennial All-Star, with Green and Portis also being moved from the bench to the starting five. They replace Kyle Kuzma and Brook Lopez, as Bucks coach Doc Rivers searches for an answer that will keep his team’s season alive.
Source: NBA Lineups
MIL • Forward • #9
9 months ago
Portis did his best to give the Bucks a spark on Sunday, but the home team was overwhelmed after losing Damian Lillard during the first half. With Brook Lopez (6/1/1/1/1 with two three-pointers in 15 minutes) struggling, Portis moved into the lineup to begin the third quarter. Milwaukee is now in a 3-1 hole, and Portis should play plenty in Tuesday’s Game 5. That will be the case whether he comes off the bench or starts.
MIL • Forward • #9
9 months ago
With Brook Lopez rendered ineffective, head coach Doc Rivers turned to Portis to take on more minutes at center. Lopez only played 16 minutes after playing 21 minutes in Game 1, while Portis went from playing 25 minutes in Game 1 to playing 31 minutes on Tuesday. Though it didn’t change the result of this game, things went well with Portis on the floor. With Game 3 coming on Friday, we’ll see if this was a rotational adjustment that Rivers will continue to roll with or if this was simply because Portis was having a strong night shooting the ball.
MIL • Forward • #9
9 months ago
Portis has been awesome in three games since returning from a suspension for taking a banned substance. The 30-year-old power forward had his second double-double in his last three games. Portis played 33 off the bench and will be a key player for the Bucks in the first round of the playoffs.