Short-handed Bucks Bobby Portis Jr. early ejection vs. Pacers Game 4

Bobby Portis Jr. ejected in Game 4, costing Bucks. Antetokounmpo, Lillard, and Middleton injured. Uncertain for Game 5. Coach remains hopeful.

The Milwaukee Bucks faced a tough challenge in Game 4 against the Indiana Pacers, with key players Giannis Antetokounmpo and Damian Lillard sidelined due to injuries. Coach Doc Rivers emphasized the importance of Bobby Portis Jr. stepping up in their absence. However, Portis let his emotions get the best of him early in the game, resulting in two technical fouls and an ejection.

Coach Rivers acknowledged that Portis, despite his age, still has lessons to learn about controlling his emotions. The game saw a total of six technical fouls, with the incident involving Portis and Pacers guard Andrew Nembhard being the most significant. The ejection of Portis complicated the Bucks' efforts for the rest of the game, with fatigue also becoming a factor as Brook Lopez struggled at the free-throw line.

Looking ahead to Game 5, the Bucks' injury woes continue, with uncertainty surrounding the availability of key players like Antetokounmpo, Lillard, Middleton, and Connaughton. Coach Rivers expressed frustration with the constant stream of bad news from the medical team and hoped for some positive updates.

The Bucks face an uphill battle as they try to stay alive in the playoffs, with their roster depleted by injuries. The team will need to regroup and find a way to overcome adversity in order to extend the series. The road ahead looks challenging, but the Bucks remain determined to fight until the end.