Bucks’ Porter (ankle) to Miss Two-Game Road Trip

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Bucks’ Porter (ankle) to Miss Two-Game Road Trip

Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. will miss the upcoming two-game road trip due to a sprained left ankle. This injury occurred during the Bucks’ season opener against the Washington Wizards, where he played a crucial role in the team’s victory.

Injury Details

Porter suffered the injury late in the first quarter, where he scored 10 points in the Bucks’ 133-120 win. Following the game, he underwent an MRI and received an evaluation from the team’s orthopedic surgeon, Carole Vetter, confirming the left ankle sprain.

Upcoming Games

  • Friday: Toronto Raptors
  • Sunday: Cleveland Cavaliers

Porter will not participate in these matches, and the Bucks have not provided any updates regarding his return timeline.

Player Statistics

Porter, who stands 6 feet 5 inches tall, is 25 years old. Last season, he averaged 11.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists over 30 games with the Bucks after joining the team at the trade deadline.

Before his tenure with Milwaukee, he played 45 games with the LA Clippers, where he averaged 9.3 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.2 assists per game.