Don t even have a big contract? Are the Bucks forwards willing to implement the player options and continue to stay in the team?

According to Milwaukee Sentinels reporter Jim Owczarski, Milwaukee Bucks forward star Bobby Portis is more likely to choose to execute his player option in the 2025-26 contract this summer, rather than choosing to jump out of the player option and test the free market. Portis's player options in his contract next season are worth only $13.4 million. If he chooses to execute the contract, it will provide more flexibility and space for the Bucks' operations, which will also help the team build a team around Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard next season and further improve the lineup to relieve pressure.

In the NBA regular season this season, Portis played 49 games in 82 games, averaging 25.4 minutes per game, averaging 13.9 points, 8.4 rebounds, 0.7 steals and 0.5 blocks, and 1.2 turnovers and 1.9 fouls, with a shooting percentage of 46.6%, a three-point shooting percentage of 36.5%, and a free throw shooting percentage of 83.6%. In the playoffs, Portis played 5 games in total, with averaging 31.6 minutes per game, averaging 14 points, 8.2 rebounds, 1.4 assists, 0.4 steals and 0.4 blocks, and 1.2 turnovers and 1.6 fouls. His shooting percentage was 44.1%, three-point shooting percentage was 35.7%, and his free throw shooting percentage was 0%.

Potis has performed well this season. He has also demonstrated his comprehensive scoring ability and rich offensive methods. He is also a very excellent scorer. Not only that, his performance during the playoffs is also worthy of recognition. He is also able to continue to play his scoring and offensive abilities when the team's offensive level is poor. He also has some rebound protection support on the defensive end. His effect on the court is also good. He is also able to play his role well in the situation of low shooting times and tactical status. As a substitute with unstable playing time, it is no longer easy to do this.

With Portis' ability, it is easy for him to get a multi-year contract with an average salary of 20 million or more in the free market. In this case, he still chose to stay in the Bucks at this price, which also shows his love for the Bucks. Portis has played for the Bucks since 2020, and he has indeed adapted to life in Milwaukee. On the other hand, Portis' choice to renew his contract may also mean that Antetokounmpo will likely continue to stay in the team. However, with Lillard's injury, relying solely on Antetokounmpo and Portis, will the Bucks really be highly competitive enough next season?