Veteran forward Bobby Portis plans to re-sign with the Milwaukee Bucks on a three-year, $44 million deal that includes a player option for the 2027-28 season, according to ESPN. Portis, 30, has become a fan favorite and key contributor in Milwaukee since arriving in 2020. Known for his energy and scoring off the bench, he played a major role in the Bucks’ 2021 NBA championship run – particularly in the Finals, where he delivered clutch minutes.

Over five seasons with the Bucks, Portis has consistently been one of the league’s top reserves. In 2024-25, he averaged 13.9 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 2.1 assists per game while shooting 46.6% from the field and 36.5% from three-point range. Portis was suspended for 25 games for testing positive for the banned substance Tramadol but made his return to the lineup on April 8.

Originally drafted by the Chicago Bulls as the No. 22 overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft, Portis has also played for the Washington Wizards and New York Knicks before establishing himself in Milwaukee. For his career, he has averaged 12.0 points and 7.2 rebounds per game.

Portis has expressed his appreciation for the Milwaukee fan base and his commitment to helping the Bucks compete for more championships. The re-signing is seen as a crucial move in retaining a key piece of the team’s future as they aim for continued success in the Eastern Conference. However, the Bucks are also facing challenges in their roster outlook, particularly regarding the future of two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo, who has been linked to potential trade speculations amid offseason transformations.