Disaster Strikes Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks as  Kevin Porter Jr. Sidelined For 4 Weeks

Giannis Antetokounmpo's Milwaukee Bucks suffered a major injury setback on Friday. The franchise announced that Kevin Porter Jr., who is currently on a two-year, $10,524,700 deal, is ruled out for approximately four weeks, owing to a right knee meniscus injury.

Porter sustained the injury during his on-court return-to-play training on Thursday. The talented guard will undergo a minor orthopedic procedure, which will sideline him for multiple weeks.

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Medical Update: Kevin Porter Jr. sustained a right knee meniscus injury during his on-court return-to-play training yesterday. The injury will require a minor orthopedic procedure that will sideline him for approximately four weeks. Further updates will be provided as necessary.

Kevin Porter Jr. played for the Bucks in the opening-night game against the Washington Wizards. The 6-foot-5 guard suffered a left ankle sprain and missed four consecutive games. He played nine minutes against the Wizards and delivered a solid performance. He finished with 10 points on 3 of 5 shooting, including 2 of 3 from deep, along with two assists and one steal.

The injury setback to Porter couldn't have come at a worse time for the Bucks. There are concerns over the health of Giannis Antetokounmpo, who missed the previous game with left knee soreness. Milwaukee has opened the season with four wins in five games, but to sustain its momentum, the team must avoid further injuries.

Fans react as Giannis Antetokounmpo's Bucks lose Kevin Porter Jr. for a month

Milwaukee Bucks fans flooded the internet as soon as Kevin Porter Jr. was diagnosed with a fresh injury. Bucks supporters lamented the star guard's lengthy absence, with many predicting Ryan Rollins to step up in Porter's absence.

The_Bulls_Fan

@CJ_SMHG

this sucks but rollins gonna go crazy

max

@massivelegendvc

Danm... I was really hoping to the Rollins KPJ starting lineup idk if I can handle more of Gary Trent playing 30+ minutes

Sleepless Buck 🦌

@NBACAPTN

Meniscus and 4 weeks is not possible, he will be back after Christmas

Giannis_vulture

@kinvulture1234

Bucks FO, please don’t trade KPJ 🙏 give a chance just like you gave a chance to kuzma

Rollins has played terrific basketball to start the season. In the previous game, he dropped 32 points against the Golden State Warriors and took the Bucks to a win in the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo.

Rollins would need to keep his foot on the accelerator and keep the Bucks' offense rolling by supporting Antetokounmpo. Meanwhile, the Bucks fans would also hope that Porter doesn't suffer any further setbacks while recovering from his latest injury.