Tag: Kevin Porter Jr

Kevin Porter Jr. Exercises Player Option, Remains Part of Bucks’ New Era

Brandon King

The Milwaukee Bucks have secured another piece of their backcourt for the 2026-27 season. According to multiple reports, Kevin Porter Jr. has exercised his $5.39 million player option, ensuring he will remain with the Bucks for another year. The move keeps the 25-year-old guard in Milwaukee as the franchise continues reshaping its roster following the departure of Giannis Antetokounmpo. Porter joined the Bucks looking to revive his career and has emerged as a valuable contributor, providing scoring punch, playmaking ability, and versatility in the backcourt, as he put up per…

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Cleveland Cavaliers trade Kevin Porter Jr to Houston Rockets

Brandon King

The Cleveland Cavaliers have traded former first round draft pick to the Houston Rockets, according to reporting from ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski and The Athletic and Stadium’s Shams Charania. The Cavaliers actually moved up , sending the Pistons a package of Utah’s 2020 second round pick, Portland’s 2021 and 2023 second round picks, Miami’s 2024 second round pick (protected) and cash considerations in order to be able to take Porter with 30th overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft. Reportedly, instances of negative interactions with the coaching staff during his season…

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