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Kevin Porter Kevin Porter Jr. has 23/7/8 line Friday vs. IND
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 4:49 PM
Kevin Porter Jr. totaled 23 points (10-of-20 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), seven rebounds, eight assists and three steals in Friday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: Porter Jr.'s second game back from injury was even more impressive than his first. He flirted with a triple-double while leading Milwaukee in scoring along the way. Poor three-point shooting on Friday was about the only blemish, which is a notable one, as he's now gone 0-of-13 from deep over his last four appearances. If Porter Jr. can regain his form from beyond the arc, it'll only make him a more valuable fantasy basketball option going forward. |
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Ryan Rollins Ryan Rollins posts 22 points, four triples vs. IND
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 4:43 PM
Ryan Rollins added 22 points (9-of-19 FGs), four rebounds, four assists and four three-pointers in the win over the Pacers on Friday.
Analysis: Rollins extended his streak of 20-point games to four on Friday, utilizing the three-point shot to land most of his scoring production, while joining Kevin Porter Jr. and Bobby Portis as the only Bucks players to reach the 20-point mark against the Pacers. Rollins has played many different roles and been cast into a variety of starting lineups this season, but has remained productive through it all. Given his sustained success, there's no reason for fantasy managers to think Rollins won't remain productive past the All-Star Break and beyond. |
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Bobby Portis Bobby Portis (hip) returns, scores 21 off bench
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 4:37 PM
Bobby Portis (hip) tallied 21 points (9-of-18 FGs), six rebounds, one assist and three three-pointers in Friday's win over the Pacers.
Analysis: The Bucks secured a third straight win on Friday, with Portis' scoring playing a key role. In his return from a two-game absence, he finished as one of three Bucks players to score at least 20 points, as he used efficient shooting to reach his high point total. The veteran forward, with Kyle Kuzma (calf) and Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) both currently sidelined, will continue to function as one of Milwaukee's most reliable frontcourt options. His offensive production may be key against the Magic on Monday. |
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Kevin Porter MIL starts Rollins, Porter, Green, Sims, Turner
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 1:41 PM
Milwaukee Bucks
Ryan Rollins, Kevin Porter Jr., AJ Green, Jericho Sims and Myles Turner will start Friday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: After coming off the bench in his first game back from an oblique injury on Wednesday, Porter is in the starting lineup. He fills the void left by the recently traded Amir Coffey, who's now in Phoenix. The other change is Sims, who is promoted into the starting lineup, pushing Kyle Kuzma to the bench. Sims doesn't offer the highest fantasy ceiling, but Myles Turner's limitations as a rebounder mean that he'll have chances to provide added value in that category. |
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Gary Harris Gary Harris (hamstring) available vs. Indiana
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 12:50 PM
NBA Injury Report
Gary Harris (hamstring) is available for Friday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Harris is back after a four-game absence. His return likely means fewer minutes for Gary Trent Jr., but neither player has done enough to affect fantasy basketball this season. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Doc: Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) close to return
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 12:47 PM
Jackson Gross
According to Bucks head coach Doc Rivers, Giannis is âcloseâ to returning to action.
Analysis: While Giannis gave himself a timeline of four to six weeks for his return, the Bucks offered no such guarantees. Based on Rivers' words on Friday, the Bucks star may be able to return sooner than anticipated. Just as notable for fantasy managers was Rivers' shooting down the notion that the Bucks would consider shutting down their star forward. For now, managers should take Doc at his word but also remain ready to pivot if Giannis' minutes decline sharply. |
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Bobby Portis Bobby Portis (hip) available Friday vs. Indiana
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 12:22 PM
Tony East
Bobby Portis (hip) is available to play on Friday against the Pacers.
Analysis: Portis is good to go for Friday's contest, which is great news for a Bucks team already without frontcourt members Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) and Kyle Kuzma (calf). Portis figures to slot in alongside Myles Turner in the opening unit, should have several opportunities to produce, and ultimately could log a nice final stat line. Friday will mark his return from a two-game absence. |
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Kyle Kuzma Kyle Kuzma (calf) out Friday vs. Pacers
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 8:35 AM
NBA Injury Report
Kyle Kuzma (calf) is out for Friday's matchup with the Pacers.
Analysis: Kuzma is dealing with left calf soreness, and it will cost him at least one game. Bobby Portis (hip) is questionable, and if he's able to take the court, he should replace Kuz in the starting lineup. If Portis ends up sitting out, Pete Nance could join the first unit, and new addition Ousmane Dieng could see some run as well. |
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Gary Harris Gary Harris (hamstring) questionable vs. Indiana
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 12:45 PM
NBA Injury Report
Gary Harris (hamstring) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Harris has missed the last four games, which has led to more minutes for Gary Trent Jr. Besides that, Harris' availability does not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Bobby Portis Bobby Portis (hip) questionable vs. Indiana
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 12:42 PM
NBA Injury Report
Bobby Portis (hip) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pacers.
Analysis: Portis did not play in Wednesday's win over the Pelicans, resulting in Amir Coffey moving into the starting lineup. However, Coffey played 25 minutes while Jericho Sims played 28 off the bench. The former is the safer streaming option if Portis remains out. |
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Ousmane Dieng Ousmane Dieng now headed to Milwaukee
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 8:57 AM
Shams Charania
Ousmane Dieng has been traded to the Bucks.
Analysis: This is the third trade that Dieng has been involved in this deadline. He went from Oklahoma City to Charlotte to Chicago and now to Milwaukee. There likely isn't enough time for another deal to happen, so hopefully he has a sense of clarity about where he'll be headed. Dieng is a former lottery pick that is still only 22 years old, so he's worth taking a chance on for the Bucks. He should see more minutes that he did in OKC, and as long as Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) remains out, he could end up taking on a significant role during silly season. |
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Nick Richards Report: Nick Richards traded to Bucks
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 6:18 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that the Bucks acquired Nick Richards and Nigel Hayes-Davis from the Suns in exchange for Cole Anthony and Amir Coffey.
Analysis: Richards has appeared in just 28 games for the Suns this season, starting two, after starting 43 games for the Hornets and Suns last year. He'll give the Bucks more depth at center and could even play alongside Myles Turner if the Bucks want to stretch Turner out on offense. Historically, Richards has not produced much defensive value in fantasy, which limits his overall usefulness. He should probably be left on the wire in most formats. |
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Giannis Antetokounmpo Shams: Bucks plan to keep Giannis through deadline
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 6:08 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports the Bucks plan to keep Giannis Antetokounmpo through the trade deadline.
Analysis: Despite all the reports that Milwaukee was looking to move Giannis, they will keep him through the season, though managers shouldn't expect to see him often. He's currently sidelined with a calf injury, and there is no reason for them to rush him back. Of course, this isn't going to quiet any trade rumors, and teams will be revisiting a potential deal this offseason. |
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AJ Green AJ Green had 20 points, six threes in win
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 5:01 PM
AJ Green had 20 points (7-of-13 FGs), three rebounds, two assists and six three-pointers in Wednesday's OT win over the Pelicans.
Analysis: Green showed why he's worth adding while Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) is out of the lineup in Wednesday's OT win versus the Pelicans. The 26-year-old guard saw more opportunities to score, mostly coming from behind the three-point line. Green had six threes on his way to a 20-point game, his first since December 26 against Memphis. |
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Ryan Rollins Ryan Rollins has 27 points, three threes in OT win
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 4:50 PM
Ryan Rollins had 27 points (10-of-19 FGs, 4-of-5 FTs), four rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in the Bucks' 141-137 OT victory over the Pelicans on Wednesday.
Analysis: Rollins' career-season continued Wednesday with a 27-point performance in the OT victory over the Pelicans. The 23-year-old point guard was efficient, shooting 10-of-19 from the field. Rollins is young, but looks like the Bucks' top player with Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) out of the lineup. He's returned second-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Bucks have one more game this week coming Friday against the Pacers. |
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Cole Anthony Cole Anthony (ankle) available vs. New Orleans
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 12:54 PM
Milwaukee Bucks
Cole Anthony (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Anthony is good to go after initially being probable with a sprained left ankle. While Kevin Porter Jr. (oblique) will be under a minutes restriction, his return to action means fewer minutes are available to Anthony. |
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Myles Turner Myles Turner (ankle) available Wednesday
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 12:52 PM
Myles Turner (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Turner is still dealing with a left ankle sprain. The 29-year-old center was initially listed as probable, so his availability isn't much of a surprise. Turner will start as usual and could see extra minutes and usage with Bobby Portis (hip) still sidelined. |
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Cole Anthony Cole Anthony (ankle) probable vs. New Orleans
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 7:35 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cole Anthony (ankle) is probable to play against the Pelicans on Wednesday.
Analysis: Anthony is expected to suit up despite the left ankle sprain. He has played a small role off the bench recently, but with Kevin Porter Jr. (oblique) back, that may not continue. Anthony hasn't been productive in those minutes either, so managers shouldn't pay too much attention to his status. |
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Bobby Portis Bobby Portis (hip) remains out vs. New Orleans
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 7:32 AM
NBA Injury Report
Bobby Portis (hip) has been ruled out against the Pelicans on Wednesday.
Analysis: This will be a second consecutive absence for Portis, which led to Amir Coffey sliding into the starting lineup. Coffey didn't make much of a contribution in the box score, but Kyle Kuzma had a fantastic performance and could provide an encore against New Orleans. |
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Myles Turner Myles Turner (ankle) probable vs. New Orleans
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 7:30 AM
NBA Injury Report
Myles Turner (ankle) is probable to play against the Pelicans on Wednesday.
Analysis: Turner is managing a left ankle sprain, but that isn't expected to alter his availability against New Orleans. He'll occupy his typical role in the starting lineup and could see extra minutes with Bobby Portis (hip) sidelined. |
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