June 29, 2025
ANALYSIS
Portis will remain with Milwaukee on a longer-term deal after declining his player option for 2025-26. The veteran big man has become a fan favorite in Milwaukee and averaged 13.9 points, 8.4 rebounds and 2.1 assists across 49 regular-season outings (seven starts) in 2024-25. Portis' new contract includes a player option for the 2027-28 campaign.