Bobby Portis Remains Sidelined For Saturday
Bobby Portis will miss his 23rd consecutive game Saturday against the Boston Celtics, although there was optimism earlier in the day that he could return from the MCL injury that has kept him out since Oct. 24. For owners that have held onto Portis, the return appears to be coming soon, as evident by his progression on the injury report. Unfortunately, how quickly he is reinserted into the rotation is still to be seen with Lauri Markkanen, Jabari Parker and Wendell Carter Jr. all jostling for frontcourt minutes. Portis’ next chance to suit up comes Monday against the Sacramento Kings.
Source: K.C. Johnson
Chicago Bulls power forward Source: K.C. Johnson
Bobby Portis Suspended 25 Games
Bobby Portis has been suspended for 25 games for violating the league's anti-drug policy. Portis's agent confirmed the suspension and said that his client unintentionally took a pain medication called Tramadol instead of Toradol. Portis had been more active lately, helping the Bucks fill in for the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf), who is questionable to return on Thursday against the Clippers. Portis averaged 16.4 points, 11.6 rebounds, and 4.2 assists in his 29.8 minutes per game over his last five contests. Without Portis, the Bucks lose a key depth piece and will have to rely more heavily on the recently acquired Kyle Kuzma in addition to Taurean Prince, Brook Lopez, and Andre Jackson Jr. Portis will be eligible to return April 8 against the Timberwolves with just four games left in the regular season.
Source: Shams Charania
Milwaukee Bucks forward Source: Shams Charania
Bobby Portis Returning Against Charlotte
Bobby Portis (personal) will play on Wednesday against Charlotte. He missed the last six games due to a personal matter. But he was upgraded to probable on Tuesday night, so fantasy managers had hope he would be back. Portis will likely head back to the bench, considering Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Damian Lillard (groin), and Brook Lopez (back) are good to go. But with a favorable matchup versus the Hornets on the agenda, Portis deserves a spot in any fantasy lineup.
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Bobby Portis Remains Absent Monday
Bobby Portis (personal) will not return to the lineup on Monday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Initially, there was a chance Portis would be available after the team listed him as doubtful for the game. However, Milwaukee has now ruled him out, meaning Portis will miss a sixth consecutive game. Andre Jackson Jr. and Taurean Prince will be the only regular starters in the Bucks lineup on Monday, so players like AJ Green and Gary Trent Jr. are expected to step up for the team.
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Milwaukee Bucks forward/center Source: Milwaukee Bucks
Bobby Portis Considered Doubtful On Monday
Bobby Portis (personal) has joined the long list of injuries for Monday due to personal reasons and is considered doubtful to suit up against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Portis has missed the team's last six games due to personal reasons, and it seems likely that he'll make it seven in a row on Monday. With the long injury report including Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Damian Lillard (groin), and Khris Middleton (ankle) all ruled out, the Bucks will have to reach deep into their reserves. AJ Green, Gary Trent Jr., and Pat Connaughton will all likely see some added minutes. Green is in the top of the three in streaming options after dropping 14 points, three rebounds, one assist, and two steals off of the bench in their last game.
Source: NBA Injury Report
Milwaukee Bucks forward Source: NBA Injury Report
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