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Bobby Portis shares reason for jersey number change to 95 with Heat

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 3:41 AM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Bobby Portis shares reason for jersey number change to 95 with Heat
Summary

Bobby Portis explained his decision to change his jersey number to 95 after joining the Miami Heat. Portis wanted to distance himself from his previous number 9, associated with the Milwaukee Bucks. He was inspired by the road sign for 95 South, which leads to Miami. The change signifies his new chapter with the Heat.

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  • •Bobby Portis changed his jersey number to 95 with the Miami Heat.
  • •The number 9 was linked to his time with the Milwaukee Bucks.
  • •Portis was inspired by the 95 South sign leading to Miami.
  • •The announcement comes as he joins the Heat for the upcoming season.
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