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Bucks' Kevin Porter Jr. to miss rest of season after knee surgery
The young guard will undergo a procedure to address an injury suffered in March.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 11:13pm
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The Bucks will have to find a way to fill the void left by Kevin Porter Jr.'s season-ending knee injury as they defend their NBA championship.NYC TodayMilwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. will miss the remainder of the 2025-26 NBA season after undergoing surgery on his right knee. The 23-year-old suffered the injury on March 15 and will now focus on his recovery and rehabilitation in order to return healthy for the 2026-27 campaign.
Why it matters
Porter Jr. was a key part of the Bucks' rotation this season, providing scoring punch and playmaking off the bench. His absence will be a significant loss as Milwaukee looks to make a deep playoff run and defend their NBA championship.
The details
The Bucks announced that Porter Jr. underwent a successful procedure to address the knee injury he sustained in mid-March. The team did not provide a specific timeline for his recovery, but it's expected he'll need several months of rehab before being cleared to return to the court.
- Porter Jr. suffered the knee injury on March 15, 2026.
- He underwent surgery on April 7, 2026.
The players
Kevin Porter Jr.
A 23-year-old guard for the Milwaukee Bucks who was having a breakout season before suffering a season-ending knee injury.
Giannis Antetokounmpo
The superstar forward for the Milwaukee Bucks who has led the team to an NBA championship.
What they’re saying
“I'm available, I'm ready to go. But the medical staff, the coaches, they know what's best for me and the team.”
— Giannis Antetokounmpo
What’s next
The Bucks will have to adjust their rotation and find ways to replace Porter Jr.'s production as they aim to repeat as NBA champions.
The takeaway
Injuries are an unfortunate part of the NBA season, and the Bucks will now have to overcome the loss of a key contributor as they look to defend their title. Porter Jr.'s recovery and return will be an important storyline to follow heading into next season.
