Bobby Portis has already expressed a strong commitment to signing a three-year deal. The two-year, $44 million deal returns him to the Milwaukee Bucks. The new deal includes a player option for the 2027-28 season. This extension demonstrates mutual dedication from both Portis and the Bucks as they look to continue improving their roster going forward.
This agreement follows Portis’ decision to reject his current $13.4 million player option. This strategic maneuver indicates he is seeking a lengthier deal than previous years’ franchise tag. Yet he’s demonstrated to be an indispensable lynch pin in five seasons with the team. His representative, Mark Bartelstein of Priority Sports, was able to get competitive terms worked out on the contract with the Bucks.
Portis, 30, has developed into one of the most popular players in Milwaukee, earning a reputation as a game-changing sixth man since coming to the Bucks. He missed most of last season due to a 25-game suspension for violating the NBA’s anti-drug policy. Yet, he proved his genius in earlier races. He was top three for the 2023 Sixth Man of the Year Award. He repeated the feat in 2024, illustrating his profound effect on the quality of play on the team.
Over the last three seasons, Portis has scored an impressive 2,181 points as a bench player. His impressive performance IREB puts him in the third position among all NBA players in that category. Only Malik Monk and Naz Reid have exceeded his efficiency here. His versatility and knack for finding the scoring touch night after night have made him an essential piece of Milwaukee’s rotation and a Bucks fan favorite.
As one of the few remaining members of the Bucks’ championship team from 2021, Portis plays a vital role in maintaining the team’s competitive spirit and culture. His enthusiasm and work ethic resonate well with teammates and fans alike, contributing to his reputation within the organization.
The new contract is a reflection of Portis’s commitment to his ongoing story with the Bucks. Collectively, they’re committed to finding even more success on and off the field. With a solid fiscal foundation settled, Portis is on the offensive. He looks forward to being a major factor in the next few seasons.
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