Milwaukee Bucks finalize roster with Kevin Porter Jr. waiver and Pete Nance signing

The Milwaukee Bucks have made several roster adjustments ahead of their season opener against Washington. The team waived guard Kevin Porter Jr. to comply with the NBA roster limit of 15 standard contracts. Porter, who led the team in assists per game and ranked second in scoring during the 2025-26 season, was released as the team manages a surplus of guards following the trade of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

His departure is expected to increase playing opportunities for younger backcourt players, including rookie Brayden Burries, Kasparas Jakučionis, and Ryan Rollins. Additionally, the Bucks have re-signed Pete Nance to a two-way contract for his third season, a move intended to retain his talent while managing the team's financial and roster constraints.

On the front line, center Kel'el Ware expressed optimism regarding the team's interior rotation. Ware noted that playing alongside Myles Turner provides more defensive flexibility, allowing him to be more agile and mobile knowing Turner provides shot-blocking support in the back line.