In a stunning and emotional turn of events for the Milwaukee Bucks organization and their fans, guard Kevin Porter Jr. was handed a threeโyear suspension from the NBA today after what the league described as a positive test for a banned substance.
The announcement came moments before the Bucksโ scheduled home game at Fiserv Forum, sending shockwaves through the crowd and the broader NBA community.
Porter โ who had quickly become one of the teamโs key backcourt playmakers โ reportedly tested positive for the unnamed substance during routine league testing last week. The NBA released a statement late Saturday afternoon confirming the ban and stating that the decision is final and nonโappealable.
Fans inside Fiserv Forum were visibly distraught when news broke just before tipโoff, with many expressing disbelief and frustration. Some were seen in tears, while others chanted Porterโs name in support, creating an emotional scene rarely seen at the downtown Milwaukee arena.
Team officials held a brief press conference following the announcement. Bucks General Manager expressed profound disappointment, saying, โThis is a heartbreaking moment for our organization and for Kevinโs teammates. We love Kevin and support him as a person, but we also respect the league and its rules.โ
Kevin Porter Jr. has not yet publicly responded to the ban. Sources close to the player say that he is โdevastatedโ and plans to issue a statement through his legal representatives.
The impact of this ban will be felt deeply by the Bucks, who are currently in the thick of a competitive Eastern Conference race. Porter had been contributing both as a scorer and floor general, and his absence leaves a significant hole in Milwaukeeโs lineup.
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