Career Timeline of Bobby Portis: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Bobby Portis built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Bobby Portis Jr. is a professional basketball player currently playing for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA. He played college basketball for the Arkansas Razorbacks, where he earned All-American honors. Portis was drafted into the NBA in 2015 by the Chicago Bulls. He is known for his scoring ability, rebounding, and energetic play. He was a key contributor to the Milwaukee Bucks' 2021 NBA championship.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2013: All-American Status and Mr. Basketball of Arkansas

In 2013, Bobby Portis earned McDonald's and Parade All-American status and was named Mr. Basketball of Arkansas.

2014: Top College Player

In 2014, Bobby Portis was considered one of the top players in college basketball.

March 10, 2015: SEC Player of the Year

On March 10, 2015, Bobby Portis was selected as the SEC Player of the Year by the league's coaches, marking the first time an Arkansas Razorback was selected since Corliss Williamson.

June 25, 2015: Drafted by Chicago Bulls

On June 25, 2015, Bobby Portis was selected with the 22nd overall pick in the NBA draft by the Chicago Bulls.

July 7, 2015: Signed Rookie Contract

On July 7, 2015, Bobby Portis signed his rookie scale contract with the Chicago Bulls.

November 3, 2015: NBA Debut

On November 3, 2015, Bobby Portis made his NBA debut and scored 10 points in a loss to the Charlotte Hornets.

December 19, 2015: Career High

On December 19, 2015, Bobby Portis scored 20 points and had 11 rebounds against the New York Knicks, marking the best night of his young career.

2015: All-American Honors and NBA Draft

In 2015, Bobby Portis earned consensus second-team All-American honors as a sophomore and was selected in the first round of the NBA draft by the Chicago Bulls with the 22nd overall pick.

October 28, 2016: Contract Extended

On October 28, 2016, the Bulls exercised their third-year team option on Bobby Portis' rookie scale contract, extending the contract through the 2017–18 season.

January 6, 2017: Assigned to Windy City Bulls

On January 6, 2017, Bobby Portis was assigned to the Windy City Bulls, Chicago's D-League affiliate.

February 16, 2017: Season-High Points

On February 16, 2017, Bobby Portis scored a season-high 19 points in a win over the Boston Celtics.

March 2, 2017: Season-High Rebounds

On March 2, 2017, Bobby Portis had 17 points and a season-high 13 rebounds in a win over the Golden State Warriors.

March 18, 2017: Career-High Points

On March 18, 2017, Bobby Portis scored a career-high 22 points in a win over the Utah Jazz.

February 22, 2018: New Career High

On February 22, 2018, Bobby Portis set a new career high with 38 points in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.

March 17, 2018: Season High Rebounds

On March 17, 2018, Bobby Portis recorded 15 points and a season-high 15 rebounds in a loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers.

October 18, 2018: Season Opener and Injury

On October 18, 2018, Bobby Portis had 20 points and 11 rebounds in the Bulls' season opener and was later ruled out for four-to-six weeks with a moderate sprain of the MCL of his right knee.

February 6, 2019: Traded to Washington Wizards

On February 6, 2019, Bobby Portis was traded to the Washington Wizards along with Jabari Parker and a 2023 second-round pick.

July 9, 2019: Signed with the New York Knicks

On July 9, 2019, Bobby Portis signed with the New York Knicks.

November 19, 2020: Free Agency

On November 19, 2020, Bobby Portis became a free agent after the Knicks decided not to exercise the team option.

November 26, 2020: Signed with Milwaukee Bucks

On November 26, 2020, Bobby Portis signed with the Milwaukee Bucks.

April 29, 2021: Career High Steals

On April 29, 2021, Bobby Portis scored 10 points, grabbed 11 rebounds, and recorded a career-high 4 steals in a loss to the Houston Rockets.

June 27, 2021: Important Role in Win

On June 27, 2021, Bobby Portis played an important role for the Bucks in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals, scoring 15 points and grabbing 4 rebounds in a road win against the Atlanta Hawks.

July 1, 2021: First Career Playoff Start

On July 1, 2021, Bobby Portis had his first career playoff start against the Atlanta Hawks in the Eastern Conference Finals, finishing with 22 points, 8 rebounds and 3 steals in a victory.

August 6, 2021: Re-signed with Bucks

On August 6, 2021, Bobby Portis re-signed with the Milwaukee Bucks for $9 million over two years.

November 24, 2021: Victory Over Pistons

On November 24, 2021, Bobby Portis scored 28 points and grabbed 10 rebounds in a 114–93 victory over the Detroit Pistons.

December 10, 2021: Victory Over Rockets

On December 10, 2021, Bobby Portis scored 21 points, grabbed 7 rebounds, and blocked 3 shots in a 123–114 victory against the Rockets.

2021: NBA Championship with Milwaukee

In 2021, Bobby Portis won an NBA championship with the Milwaukee Bucks.

February 5, 2022: Season-High Points

On February 5, 2022, Bobby Portis made six three-pointers and scored a season-high 30 points, in a win over the Portland Trail Blazers.

June 29, 2022: Player Option Exercised

On June 29, 2022, Bobby Portis exercised the second-year player option on his existing contract.

October 2022: Anti-Reckless Driving Campaign

In October 2022, Bobby Portis launched a campaign with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Milwaukee mayor Cavalier Johnson to lower reckless driving and speeding in Wisconsin.

December 3, 2022: Victory Over Hornets

On December 3, 2022, Bobby Portis scored a game-leading 20 points, grabbed 8 rebounds, and recorded a season-high 7 assists during a 105–96 win over the Charlotte Hornets.

December 16, 2023: Highest Point Total During Bucks Tenure

On December 16, 2023, Bobby Portis scored 31 points, his highest point total during his Bucks tenure, in a 146–114 win over the Detroit Pistons.

2023: FIBA Basketball World Cup

In 2023, Bobby Portis was a member of the United States national team that competed in the FIBA Basketball World Cup, finishing fourth in the tournament.