Video: Giannis Antetokounmpo spoke about Bobby Portis after the Bucks learned of Portis' 25-game suspension. Lori Nickel. Khris Middleton discusses trade from Bucks to Wizards ahe
The Bucks just aren’t the same team with Bobby Portis out of the lineup. The perennial Sixth Man of the Year candidate has quietly become a key cog in how Milwaukee has remained a title contender even as its roster ages around two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.
When the Milwaukee Bucks traded for Kyle Kuzma, they were expecting to get a really good offensive player. They know that he can really score the ball when he is engaged. He wasn't really engaged while he was with the Washington Wizards earlier this year.
Video: Giannis Antetokounmpo shows support for Bobby Portis during suspension. Lori Nickel. Khris Middleton discusses trade from Bucks to Wizards ahead of matchup
Giannis Antetokounmpo: "I think everybody was surprised, because I've been around Bobby, and I know he's not a guy that ever take any illegal substance."
With nine-time All-Star Giannis Antetokounmpo still shelved due to a lingering calf injury, perpetual Milwaukee Bucks Sixth Man of the Year contender Bobby Portis will now miss most of the rest of the 2024-25 NBA season due to a surprising suspension.
The Pacers playoff rival's backup center received a 25-game suspension.  Bucks backup center Bobby Portis is a pivotal piece for the Giannis Antetokounmpo-led team. Portis provides the Bucks with frenetic energy off the bench and,