Milwaukee Bucks release Kevin Porter Jr. ahead of the 2026-27 season

The Milwaukee Bucks officially released guard Kevin Porter Jr. on Monday, October 19, 2026, just hours before the start of the new NBA season. The decision follows a major trade that saw Giannis Antetokounmpo leave the organization, prompting the team to restructure their roster. During his tenure, the 26-year-old athlete played for the Bucks for approximately 1.5 years, though sources provide conflicting data regarding his appearances; Goal News Cy cites 68 total games, while AlphaNews reports he played 38 games last season. During the 2025-26 campaign, Porter Jr. averaged 17.4 points, 5.2 rebounds, 7.4 assists, and 2.2 steals per game, though he struggled with a knee injury that required arthroscopic surgery.

With his contract terminated, Porter Jr. is now a free agent exploring his future options. Reports indicate that the Sacramento Kings are considering him as a potential replacement following Ben Simmons' season-ending Achilles injury. Other teams monitoring the situation include the San Antonio Spurs, Los Angeles Lakers, and Memphis Grizzlies, while a return to European basketball also remains a possibility.