Milwaukee Bucks 2025 offseason moves is all about getting younger. They re-signed the younger players from the season before and then released three who are already 32 years old and above. They could have gone even younger if only their deal for Jonathan Kuminga pushed through.
Milwaukee Bucks, Ryan Rollins, Doc Rivers, Kevin Porter Jr.
Feb 21, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers (M) talks to Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins (13) and Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) during a stoppage in play against the Washington Wizards in the second half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Kuminga’s future with the Golden State Warriors remains uncertain as the 22-year-old forward seeks a new deal amidst the dissatisfaction he is feeling over the inconsistent playing time.
The Bucks reportedly tried to make a deal for the high-leaping small forward but trade talks broke down after they refused to include big man Bobby Portis on the package.
“It is also worth mentioning that the Milwaukee Bucks were another team that kicked around the idea of pursuing Kuminga,” NBA insider Brett Siegel wrote on Clutch Points.
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Mar 6, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors forward Kuminga (00) loses control of the ball next to Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34) in the third quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports
“If they were to do so, the Warriors made it known they would want Bobby Portis in a sign-and-trade scenario, which is something Milwaukee wasn’t willing to do.”
Jonathan Kuminga not enough for Bobby Portis
Kuminga has so much upside but Portis got the veteran savvy and toughness that the Warriors need.
Rumors of Portis getting interest with the Warriors first came out early June when Warriors were said to be looking for a big man which is their main problem last season. Their long-time center Kevon Looney has also left the team.
“Golden State has always been a team to monitor for Portis, who has a notable fan in head coach Steve Kerr from their shared days during the 2023 FIBA World Cup competition with USA Basketball,” Jake Fischer reported.
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Jan 11, 2023; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (9) poses for a selfie with fans after a victory against the Atlanta Hawks at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports
In the end, Portis remained with the Bucks and signed a three-year deal worth $42 million. He said him staying with Milwaukee is a match made in heaven.
“I really couldn’t see myself playing anywhere else.”
I asked Bobby Portis about his recent contract extension with the #Bucks during his annual camp at Hall HS.
The Little Rock native and #Arkansas legend told me he’s excited about starting his second decade in the #NBA. pic.twitter.com/QvBeHQseKr
— Jack Allen KATV (@JackAllenTV) August 9, 2025
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