Kevin Porter Jr. expects career year with Bucks this NBA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 5:51 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Kevin Porter Jr. anticipates a breakout 2026-27 NBA season with the Milwaukee Bucks after recovering from a knee injury that limited him to 38 games last year. Now fully recovered and feeling stronger than ever, Porter Jr. aims to leverage his first full offseason of recovery to enhance his performance. After averaging 17.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 7.4 assists last season, he is positioned to contribute significantly, particularly as the Bucks continue their transition out of the Giannis Antetokounmpo era. In recent preseason games, Porter Jr. has come off the bench, indicating a shift to a new role under head coach Taylor Jenkins, with opportunities to showcase his all-around game as a playmaker.
- •Kevin Porter Jr. had a season-ending injury last year.
- •He averaged 17.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 7.4 assists last season.
- •Porter Jr. is expected to play a new role under coach Taylor Jenkins.
- •He has struggled with shooting in preseason games.
- •Porter Jr. aims to secure a long-term deal after this season.
- 5:51 AMYahoo Sports — Bucks' Kevin Porter Jr. Has High Expectations for Upcoming NBA Season
"Kevin Porter Jr. expects to produce a career year for the Bucks this season.
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