Bobby Portis Returns from Hip Injury, Will Come Off Bench for Bucks

Bobby Portis is available for Friday's game against the Pacers, returning from a two-game absence due to a bruised right hip. However, he will not be in the starting lineup, coming off the bench instead. Prior to his injury, he had been a strong presence on the boards, securing nine or more rebounds in three of his last four games. Over his last 10 appearances off the bench, he averaged 13.1 points, 6.6 rebounds, and 2.0 assists across 23.5 minutes. He had been averaging 14.1 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 3.1 assists in 29.1 minutes per game before his absence.