Bucks Shake Up Lineup as Portis Starts in Game 5

Milwaukee, WI — The Milwaukee Bucks are making a crucial change to their starting lineup for Game 5 against the Indiana Pacers on Tuesday, as they face potential elimination from the playoffs.

Bobby Portis will replace Brook Lopez in the starting five, marking Portis’s first start since February 7. The Bucks hope this shake-up will provide the spark they need to stay alive in the postseason.

Portis has been productive when in the starting role, averaging 22.1 points, 12.9 rebounds, 4.9 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.3 blocks in 34.5 minutes per game over his seven regular-season starts.

As the Bucks head into this critical matchup, the team aims to leverage Portis’s strong performance to turn the tide against the Pacers. Coach Mike Budenholzer expressed confidence in the decision, stating, “We need to put our best foot forward, and Bobby brings energy and skill that can help us.”

The Bucks will need a solid effort from Portis and the rest of the team to avoid elimination and continue their playoff journey.