Kevin Porter Jr.

Kevin Porter Jr. stuffed the stat sheet for the Bucks Saturday night, dishing out six assists, recording four steals, grabbing four rebounds, blocking one shot, and scoring a team-high 32 points (11-16 FG, 7-9 3PT, 3-5 FT) in a 124-112 loss to the Pistons.

Fantasy Impact

Porter Jr. continues an impactful stretch on both ends of the floor, grabbing two or more rebounds, dishing out five or more assists, and scoring 13 or more points in each of his last five games. The 25-year-old continues to maximize his increased role leading a Milwaukee starting five missing Giannis Antetokounmpo, averaging 21.8 points and 5.8 assists per game while posting a usage rate of 26.0% so far this season.

Kevin Porter Jr. orchestrated the offense effectively during Friday's loss to the 76ers, falling just short of a triple-double with 20 points, nine assists, and seven rebounds. He also chipped in two steals and a three-pointer. While he struggled to find a rhythm from the field (5-of-13 FG), he compensated by going a perfect 9-of-9 from the charity stripe.

Fantasy Impact

This marked the guard's most productive outing as a facilitator and rebounder since returning from an early-season knee injury four games ago. It also extended his streak of 20-point performances to three consecutive contests. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) sidelined, Porter Jr. is expected to maintain a high level of offensive freedom and usage.

Kevin Porter Jr. is available for Wednesday's game against the Pistons.

Fantasy Impact

Porter had been listed as questionable after leaving the last game early. He should remain in his usual role coming off dropping 30 points.

Lower back muscle spasms have placed Kevin Porter Jr.'s availability in doubt for Wednesday's matchup against Detroit. The issue surfaced following Monday's contest against the Wizards, leading to a questionable designation for the guard.

Fantasy Impact

Should the back trouble force Porter to the sidelines, the Bucks would likely need to reallocate backcourt minutes. AJ Green and Gary Trent stand to be the primary beneficiaries of any potential absence.

Kevin Porter Jr.'s dominant performance against the Wizards on Monday was cut short when lower back spasms forced him to leave the game with 6:37 remaining in the fourth quarter. Before the injury, the guard was efficient and explosive, pouring in 30 points on 12-of-15 shooting. He filled out his line with five three-pointers, five assists, four rebounds, and three steals.

Fantasy Impact

This setback comes in just his second game back after missing 19 contests with a knee injury. While the back issue is not expected to be a long-term problem, it does cast doubt on his availability for Wednesday's game against the Pistons. If he can maintain his health, his high-level production in this contest suggests he is capable of a special season.