Bryan Kevin Porter Jr., known as KPJ, is an American professional basketball player currently with the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA. He previously played college basketball for the USC Trojans. Porter is a guard known for his scoring ability and playmaking. His career has been marked by both promise and off-court issues, leading to trades and scrutiny. Despite his talent, his professional journey has been complicated.
On May 4, 2000, Bryan Kevin Porter Jr., also known as KPJ, was born. He is now a professional basketball player for the Milwaukee Bucks in the NBA.
In 2004, Bryan Kevin Porter Jr.'s father, Bryan Kevin Porter Sr., died in a shooting when Porter Jr. was four years old. He was subsequently raised by his mother.
In 2008, DeMar DeRozan was rated a five-star recruit by Rivals, becoming the first USC player to receive that rating from Rivals since DeRozan.
On March 3, 2018, Kevin Porter Jr. recorded 22 points and 11 rebounds in a Class 3A state championship game loss to Garfield High School while playing for Rainier Beach High School.
On November 6, 2018, Kevin Porter Jr. debuted for USC, scoring 15 points in a win over Robert Morris.
In 2018, Kevin Porter Jr. was considered a top recruit, receiving offers from multiple NCAA Division I programs before committing to USC. He was the top-ranked player from Washington in the 2018 class.
On January 10, 2019, Kevin Porter Jr. returned to play after missing time due to a quadriceps contusion, scoring five points.
On July 3, 2019, the Cleveland Cavaliers announced they had signed Kevin Porter Jr.
In 2019, Kevin Porter Jr. announced his intention to enter the NBA draft, foregoing his remaining college eligibility.
On November 15, 2020, Kevin Porter Jr. was charged for improper handling of a firearm in a vehicle following a car accident.
In 2020, Kevin Porter Jr. started the season inactive due to an off-season weapons charge.
On January 18, 2021, the Cleveland Cavaliers announced that Kevin Porter Jr. would either be traded or released following an outburst.
On January 21, 2021, Kevin Porter Jr. was traded to the Houston Rockets.
On February 10, 2021, Kevin Porter Jr. debuted for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the Rockets' G League affiliate.
On March 11, 2021, Kevin Porter Jr. made his debut with the Houston Rockets, contributing 13 points and 10 assists.
On January 1, 2022, Kevin Porter Jr. had a verbal altercation with an assistant coach and left the game early.
On March 31, 2022, Kevin Porter Jr. recorded his first triple double with 30 points, 12 rebounds and 12 assists in a loss against Sacramento.
On October 17, 2022, Kevin Porter Jr. agreed to a four-year, $82.5 million contract extension with the Houston Rockets.
On March 23, 2023, Kevin Porter Jr. recorded his second triple double with 14 points, 10 rebounds, and 10 assists in a loss against Memphis.
On September 11, 2023, Kevin Porter Jr. was arrested and charged by the New York Police Department for assaulting his girlfriend, Kysre Gondrezick. The Houston Rockets barred him from interacting with the team.
On October 17, 2023, Kevin Porter Jr. was traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder but was waived after the trade due to a domestic assault charge.
On January 23, 2024, Kevin Porter Jr. accepted a plea deal, admitting guilt to misdemeanor reckless assault and second-degree harassment.
On April 2, 2024, Kevin Porter Jr. signed with Greek club PAOK for the remainder of the season.
On July 10, 2024, Kevin Porter Jr. signed with the Los Angeles Clippers.
On February 6, 2025, Kevin Porter Jr. was traded to the Milwaukee Bucks.
On June 30, 2025, Kevin Porter Jr. agreed to a two-year, $11 million contract to return to the Milwaukee Bucks, with the signing pending until July 6.
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