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Win-win operation! The Bucks maintained the depth of the lineup, and Porter Jr. got the opportunity to prove himself?

12:33pm, 2 July 2025【Basketball】

According to the report of ESPN authoritative reporter Shams Charania, the Milwaukee Bucks completed a contract renewal with the team's backcourt Kevin Porter Jr. Porter Jr. received a two-year contract renewal from the Bucks with a total amount of $11 million, with the second year of the contract being a player option.

On the trading deadline, the Bucks completed a deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, and the Bucks sent out MarJon Beauchamp and got Porter Jr. After joining the Bucks, Porter Jr. made a total of 30 appearances in the NBA regular season, averaging 19.9 minutes per game, averaging 11.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 0.1 blocks, and 1.7 turnovers and 1.6 fouls. He shot 49.4%, three-point shooting percentage 40.8%, and 87.1% free throw shooting percentage. In the playoffs, Porter Jr. made a total of 5 appearances, averaging 30.2 minutes per game, averaging 11.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, 5.4 assists and 0.8 steals, 1.8 turnovers and 2.4 fouls, shooting percentage of 39.6%, three-point shooting percentage of 46.7%, and free throw shooting percentage of 84.6%.

Potter Jr.'s performance after joining the team is remarkable. He has shown a very good scoring ability. His performance in passing and organizing offense is worthy of recognition. He is also very motivated on the defensive end and can play a very good defensive effect. In the playoffs, Porter Jr. was able to play his role and provide a lot of help and support to the team on the offensive end. Porter Jr.'s performance after joining the team is remarkable, and it can be said that it far exceeds everyone's expectations. His super high playing time during the playoffs can also prove that he has received the full trust and support of the team's coaching staff.

Considering that Damian Lillard will basically be in a quit next season, signing Porter Jr. with such a contract is a pretty good choice for both the Bucks and Porter Jr. For the Bucks, the existence of Porter Jr. will keep the team's competitiveness at a high level, and the team will not be unavailable in the No. 1 position. For Porter Jr., although the salary on this contract is not too high, at least the Bucks can provide him with stable playing time and high tactical status. If he can make a brilliant figure in this situation next season, it will be very beneficial for him to win a richer contract for himself next summer. I don’t know if Porter Jr. can maintain his form after joining the team next season and launch a big challenge.

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