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Porter, 26, was a 2019 draftee and thus not close to two-way eligibility. One source briefed on Porter's status said that, as a result, finding a new home will not be immediate. Not even after he averaged 17.4 points, 7.4 assists and 5.2 rebounds per game for Milwaukee last season. Yet several teams, sources say, are still evaluating their respective backcourts and could emerge as potential Porter suitors depending on how things unfold. Two such teams, according to sources, are Denver and Sacramento. Our early read is that Porter, who is drawing immediate overseas interest after a previous stint with PAOK Thessaloniki in Greece, is determined to stay in the NBA and optimistic he'll be afforded a chance to do so.
What has not been previously revealed: The Stein Line has learned that the Nuggets showed a willingness to package two future second-rounders and a second-round pick swap along with Zeke Nnaji's very available contract in a bid to bring Kevin Porter Jr. to the Rocky Mountains. Yet I'm told that the Bucks ultimately walked away from the Porter-to-Denver discussions as well — and then waived Porter Jr. — because they could not stomach the idea of swallowing Nnaji's $7.5 million salary for the 2027-28 season.
Shams Charania: The Milwaukee Bucks have waived guard Kevin Porter Jr., sources tell ESPN.
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Kevin Porter Jr.: “I feel like I’m the strongest I’ve been. I had a unique off-season, you know, I’ve never been injured like that, never had surgeries in my life. So it was the first time for me, and I found a appreciation of the game a little deeper. My purpose has grown, and I think this is going to be the best year for me individually.”
Jim Owczarski: Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr.: He said he felt 100% from his two knee surgeries in June/July. Said he was happy to pick up his player option and that his intention wasn't to be in Milwaukee for just one or two full seasons.
Michael Scotto: Sources: Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. is exercising his $5.39 million player option for the 2026-27 season. The 25-year-old guard will remain a key piece for the Bucks in the post Giannis Antetokounmpo era.
Rich Rovito: #Bucks injury report for Sunday's season finale against the #76ers in Philadelphia. OUT: Giannis Antetokounmpo (left knee hyperextension; bone bruise), Kyle Kuzma (right Achilles), Kevin Porter Jr. (right knee surgery), Bobby Portis Jr. (left wrist), Ryan Rollins (right thumb), Gary Trent Jr. (oblique strain), Myles Turner (left ankle sprain) Questionable: Gary Harris (right groin tightness), Pete Nance (right knee sprain)
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Eric Nehm: The Bucks have submitted their first injury report for Friday's game against Brooklyn. Out: Giannis Antetokounmpo (left knee hyperextension; bone bruise) Kevin Porter Jr. (right knee surgery) Bobby Portis Jr. (left wrist sprain) Gary Trent Jr. (oblique muscle strain)
Milwaukee Bucks: Medical Update: Kevin Porter Jr. underwent arthroscopic surgery today on his right knee. The procedure was performed by Dr. Tom Hackett at The Steadman Clinic in Vail, Colo. Porter Jr. will miss the rest of the regular season and further updates will be provided as appropriate.
Eric Nehm: Bucks injury report for Tuesday in Brooklyn: Out: G. Antetokounmpo (L Knee Hyperextension; Bone Bruise) Kuzma (R Achilles Tendonopathy) Porter Jr. (R Knee Synovitis) Portis Jr. (L Wrist Sprain) Rollins (R Hip Strain) Trent Jr. (L Hip Pointer) Turner (L Ankle Sprain)
Eric Nehm: Here is the Bucks injury report vs. Dallas (3/31): Out: Giannis Antetokounmpo Thanasis Antetokounmpo, Kevin Porter Jr. Bobby Portis Jr. Questionable: Gary Harris (Personal Reasons) Probable Kyle Kuzma (right Achilles tendinopathy) Ryan Rollins (left hip flexor soreness)
