Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. will undergo a “minor orthopedic procedure” to address a torn meniscus in his right knee and is expected to miss around four weeks, the team announced today (via Twitter). Porter, who was working his way back from a left ankle sprain, suffered the knee injury while doing on-court training on Thursday, per the Bucks. The 30th and final first-round … [Read more...] about Kevin Porter Jr. Suffers Torn Mensicus, Out Around 4 Weeks
Central Notes: Rollins, Green, Turner, Jones, LaVine, Buzelis
After waiving Chris Livingston and Tyler Smith prior to the start of the 2025/26 season, the Bucks have now gone 11 consecutive draft classes without signing one of their picks to a second contract, according to ESPN’s Brian Windhorst. As Windhorst acknowledges, Milwaukee has traded away several picks during that time – either before or after using them – but the last player … [Read more...] about Central Notes: Rollins, Green, Turner, Jones, LaVine, Buzelis
Giannis: Trade Speculation ‘Doesn’t Concern Me One Bit’
Giannis Antetokounmpo led the Bucks to their third win in four games to open the 2025/26 season on Tuesday, scoring 37 points en route to a 121-111 victory over the Knicks. The first matchup between the two teams this season came just three weeks after ESPN reported that the Bucks and Knicks had brief discussions this offseason about the possibility of a trade involving … [Read more...] about Giannis: Trade Speculation ‘Doesn’t Concern Me One Bit’
Central Notes: McClung, White, LaVine, Green, Rollins
Appearing on 107.5 The Fan in Indianapolis on Tuesday (Twitter video link), Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle said that Mac McClung was the most impressive participant in a three-player free agent workout the team hosted on Monday, earning him a non-guaranteed deal. According to Carlisle, the Pacers believe the three-time dunk contest champion is a more well-rounded player than … [Read more...] about Central Notes: McClung, White, LaVine, Green, Rollins
Wembanyama, Antetokounmpo Named Players Of The Week
Spurs center Victor Wembanyama has been named the Western Conference Player of the Week, while Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo has won the award in the East, the NBA announced today (via Twitter). Wembanyama had a remarkable first week of the season, averaging 33.3 points, 13.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists (against just 0.7 turnovers), 1.7 steals and 6.0 blocks in leading San … [Read more...] about Wembanyama, Antetokounmpo Named Players Of The Week