Bobby Portis Jr. is an American professional basketball player for the Milwaukee Bucks. After a successful college career with the Arkansas Razorbacks, where he earned All-American honors, he was drafted by the Chicago Bulls in 2015. Portis achieved significant success in his NBA career, winning a championship with the Milwaukee Bucks.
February 10, 1995: Bobby Portis Jr. is born
Bobby Portis Jr. was born on February 10, 1995.
2013: Portis Named Mr. Basketball of Arkansas
In 2013, Bobby Portis was named Mr. Basketball of Arkansas while playing high school basketball at Hall High School in Little Rock.
2014: Portis Emerges as Top College Basketball Player
By 2014, Bobby Portis was considered one of the top players in college basketball.
March 10, 2015: Portis Selected as SEC Player of the Year
On March 10, 2015, Bobby Portis was selected as the SEC Player of the Year.
June 25, 2015: Portis Drafted by the 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: Portis Signs Rookie Contract with the Bulls
On July 7, 2015, Bobby Portis signed his rookie scale contract with the Chicago Bulls.
November 3, 2015: Portis Makes NBA Debut
Bobby Portis made his NBA Debut on November 3, 2015, scoring 10 points in the Bulls' loss to the Charlotte Hornets.
December 18, 2015: Bulls Suffer Quadruple Overtime Loss to Pistons
On December 18, 2015, the Chicago Bulls suffered a quadruple overtime loss to the Detroit Pistons, leaving a number of their starting five members fatigued.
December 19, 2015: Portis Has Breakout Game Against Knicks
On December 19, 2015, Bobby Portis had the best night of his young career with 20 points and 11 rebounds in the Bulls' game against the New York Knicks.
2015: Portis Earns All-American Honors and is Drafted to the NBA
In 2015, Bobby Portis earned consensus second-team All-American honors while playing college basketball for the Arkansas Razorbacks. He was then selected in the first round of the 2015 NBA draft by the Chicago Bulls with the 22nd overall pick.
October 28, 2016: Bulls Extend Portis' Contract
On October 28, 2016, the Chicago Bulls exercised their third-year team option on Portis' rookie scale contract, extending the contract through the 2017–18 season.
January 6, 2017: Portis Assigned to D-League Affiliate
On January 6, 2017, Bobby Portis was assigned to the Windy City Bulls, Chicago's D-League affiliate.
February 16, 2017: Portis Scores Season-High 19 Points Against Celtics
On February 16, 2017, Bobby Portis had a season-high 19 points in a win over the Boston Celtics.
March 2, 2017: Portis Contributes to Win Against Warriors
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: Portis Scores Career-High 22 Points Against Jazz
On March 18, 2017, Bobby Portis scored a career-high 22 points in a win over the Utah Jazz.
October 17, 2017: Portis and Mirotić in Practice Altercation
On October 17, 2017, Bobby Portis and teammate Nikola Mirotić were engaged in a physical altercation during practice, resulting in an injury for Mirotić and a suspension for Portis.
February 22, 2018: Portis Sets Career-High with 38 Points Against 76ers
On February 22, 2018, Bobby Portis set a new career high with 38 points in a loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.
March 17, 2018: Portis Contributes in Loss to Cavaliers
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: Portis Scores 20 Points in Season Opener Loss to 76ers
In the Chicago Bulls' season opener on October 18, 2018, Bobby Portis had 20 points and 11 rebounds in a 127–108 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers.
February 6, 2019: Portis Traded to the Washington Wizards
On February 6, 2019, Bobby Portis was traded to the Washington Wizards in exchange for Otto Porter.
July 9, 2019: Portis Signs with the New York Knicks
On July 9, 2019, Bobby Portis signed with the New York Knicks.
November 19, 2020: Knicks Decline Team Option on Portis' Contract
The New York Knicks decided not to exercise the team option on Bobby Portis' contract on November 19, 2020, making him a free agent.
November 26, 2020: Portis Signs with the Milwaukee Bucks
On November 26, 2020, Bobby Portis signed with the Milwaukee Bucks.
April 29, 2021: Portis Contributes in Overtime Loss to Rockets
On April 29, 2021, Bobby Portis scored 10 points, grabbed 11 rebounds, and recorded a career-high 4 steals in a 143–136 overtime loss to the Houston Rockets.
June 27, 2021: Eastern Conference Finals Game 3
On June 27, 2021, during Game 3 of the Eastern Conference Finals against the Atlanta Hawks, Bobby Portis played a significant role for the Bucks, contributing 15 points, 4 rebounds, and 2 steals in a 113-102 road win.
July 1, 2021: First Playoff Start
On July 1, 2021, Bobby Portis made his first career playoff start in the Eastern Conference Finals against the Atlanta Hawks, stepping in for an injured Giannis Antetokounmpo. He delivered a standout performance with 22 points, 8 rebounds, 3 assists, and 3 steals in 36 minutes, receiving enthusiastic support from the crowd who repeatedly chanted "Bobby."
August 6, 2021: Re-signs with the Bucks
On August 6, 2021, Bobby Portis re-signed with the Milwaukee Bucks. The contract was valued at $9 million over two years, including a player option for the second year.
November 24, 2021: Impressive Performance Against Pistons
On November 24, 2021, Bobby Portis delivered an impressive performance against the Detroit Pistons, scoring 28 points and grabbing 10 rebounds in a 114-93 victory for the Bucks.
December 10, 2021: Victory Against the Rockets
On December 10, 2021, Bobby Portis contributed significantly to the Bucks' 123-114 victory against the Houston Rockets with 21 points, 7 rebounds, and 3 blocked shots.
February 5, 2022: Season-High 30 Points Against Trail Blazers
On February 5, 2022, Bobby Portis showcased his shooting prowess by making six three-pointers and scoring a season-high 30 points in a resounding 137-108 win over the Portland Trail Blazers.
June 29, 2022: Exercises Player Option and Becomes Free Agent
On June 29, 2022, Bobby Portis exercised the second-year player option on his existing contract, making him an unrestricted free agent.
October 2022: Launches Campaign to Address Reckless Driving
In October 2022, Bobby Portis initiated a campaign in collaboration with the Wisconsin Department of Transportation and Milwaukee mayor Cavalier Johnson. This campaign aimed to reduce reckless driving and speeding within Wisconsin.
December 3, 2022: Strong Performance Against Hornets
On December 3, 2022, during a 105-96 win over the Charlotte Hornets, Bobby Portis led the game in scoring with 20 points, grabbed 8 rebounds, and recorded a season-high 7 assists.
January 25, 2023: MCL and Ankle Injuries
On January 25, 2023, it was announced that Bobby Portis sustained MCL and ankle injuries during a victory over the Detroit Pistons, resulting in an absence of at least two weeks.
December 16, 2023: Career-High Scoring Performance
On December 16, 2023, Bobby Portis achieved a career-high scoring performance during his time with the Bucks, recording 31 points in a dominant 146-114 victory over the Detroit Pistons.
2023: A Second Round Pick is Traded
A 2023 second round pick was included in the trade involving Bobby Portis in 2019.
March 17, 2024: Dominant Performance Against Suns
On March 17, 2024, Bobby Portis delivered a dominant performance against the Phoenix Suns, scoring 31 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and recording three steals in a 140-119 win.