Kevin Porter Jr. aims to make most of opportunity as Bucks’ starting point guard

enewman
Oct 20, 2025
Oct 20, 2025 Updated Jan 21, 2026

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Damian Lillard’s departure after tearing his Achilles tendon left a hole in the Milwaukee Bucks’ backcourt.

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Bucks Bulls Basketball — Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr., left, is defended by Bulls guard Isaac Okoro during a preseason game on Oct. 12. The team announced Porter will be the starting point guard this season after Damian Lillard’s departure.
David Banks, Associated Press archives

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Will the Bucks get past the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs this season?

You voted:

Yes

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