Bucks Guard Kevin Porter Jr. Undergoes Knee Surgery

The 24-year-old will miss the remainder of the 2026 NBA season.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:42am

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A fragmented, cubist-style painting depicting the blurred, geometric movements of a basketball player, conveying the energy and dynamism of the sport.The Bucks will have to adjust their lineup and rotation without the injured Kevin Porter Jr. for the remainder of the season.Vail Today

Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. has undergone arthroscopic surgery on his right knee and will miss the rest of the 2026 NBA season, the team announced. The procedure was performed on Tuesday in Vail, Colorado by Dr. Tom Hackett.

Why it matters

Porter Jr. was a key part of the Bucks' rotation this season, averaging 12.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 3.6 assists per game. His absence will be a significant blow to Milwaukee's playoff hopes as they look to make a deep postseason run.

The details

The Bucks did not provide a specific timeline for Porter Jr.'s recovery, but arthroscopic knee surgeries typically require several months of rehabilitation before a player can return to action.

  • Porter Jr. underwent the surgery on April 8, 2026.

The players

Kevin Porter Jr.

A 24-year-old guard for the Milwaukee Bucks who was a key part of their rotation this season.

Dr. Tom Hackett

The surgeon who performed the arthroscopic procedure on Porter Jr.'s right knee in Vail, Colorado.

Milwaukee Bucks

The NBA team that Porter Jr. plays for, who announced the news of his season-ending surgery.

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What’s next

The Bucks will need to adjust their lineup and rotation without Porter Jr. for the remainder of the 2026 season as they look to make a deep playoff run.

The takeaway

This injury is a significant setback for the Bucks, who were counting on Porter Jr. to be a key contributor this season. His absence will force the team to find new ways to replace his production and depth in the backcourt.