The NBA issued Portis a 25-game suspension Thursday for violating the league's anti-drug policy, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Portis' suspension stems from a positive test of the drug tramadol, a medication used to treat severe pain. According to Portis' agent, Mark Bartelstein, the veteran big man unintentionally took the banned drug with the belief that he was taking the medication Toradol, which is approved by the league. Portis won't appeal the suspension, which will go into effect beginning with Thursday's game against the Clippers. He'll be eligible to return to action April 8 against the Timberwolves while the Bucks have just four games remaining in the regular season, with his lengthy absence making him a drop candidate in nearly every redraft league. While Portis is out of the mix, the Bucks could have to rely more heavily on the likes of Kyle Kuzma, Taurean Prince, Brook Lopez and Andre Jackson to shoulder heavier minutes, while one or two of Pat Connaughton, Chris Livingston, Jericho Sims and Tyler Smith could end up becoming more regular fixtures in the rotation.

Portis ended with seven points (3-11 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal across 26 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 125-111 loss to the Warriors.

EDGE Analysis

Portis was on a heater coming into Monday's game, but he finally cooled off against the Warriors. His fantasy appeal will remain very high going forward, as the Bucks could be without Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) for a while. Over his last four games, Portis has averaged 18.5 points, 13.0 rebounds, 4.3 assists, 1.0 blocks, 0.8 steals and 2.0 three-pointers.

Portis won't start Sunday's game against the 76ers.

EDGE Analysis

After missing six games due to personal reasons, Portis drew back-to-back starts in Giannis Antetokounmpo's (calf) absence, totaling 49 points, 32 rebounds, 11 assists, four blocks and two steals. However, even with Antetokounmpo still sidelined, Portis will shift to the bench to make room for newcomer Kyle Kuzma. As a reserve this season (36 games), Portis has averaged 12.3 points, 7.4 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 23.3 minutes per game.

Portis logged 26 points (10-20 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 15 rebounds, six assists, one block and one steal over 38 minutes during Friday's 115-110 loss to Atlanta.

EDGE Analysis

Portis started for a second straight game Friday due to the absence of Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee). Portis had another strong outing as a starter, leading both teams in points and rebounds while recording the second-most assists on the Bucks behind Damian Lillard (10). Portis will remain in Milwaukee's starting five against the 76ers on Sunday if Antetokounmpo is not cleared to return.

Portis registered 23 points (10-21 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 17 rebounds, five assists, three blocks and one steal over 32 minutes during Wednesday's 112-102 win over the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Portis returned Wednesday from a six-game absence due to a personal matter, and he was immediately placed into the Bucks' starting five due to the late scratch of Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf). Portis finished as the game's leading rebounder, and he and Damian Lillard (29 points) gave Milwaukee enough firepower to make up for the absence of Antetokounmpo. Portis will likely return to a reserve role Friday against Atlanta if Antetokounmpo is cleared to play.

Portis will be in the starting lineup for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, with Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) being a late scratch for Milwaukee.

EDGE Analysis

Portis will be a starter for the Bucks on Wednesday for the sixth time this season due to Giannis Antetokounmpo (calf) set to miss this game in Charlotte. The veteran big man is averaging 13.4 points, 7.9 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game while shooting 46.6 percent from the field this season for Milwaukee.

Portis (personal) is available for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Portis has missed Milwaukee's last six games due to personal reasons, but the Bucks have upgraded the veteran big man from probable to available Wednesday. With Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) iffy to play against Charlotte, Portis could be in for an expanded role. Portis has averaged 11.4 points, 7.6 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 21.6 minutes across his last nine appearances.

Portis (personal) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Portis missed the past six games for the Bucks while tending to a personal matter. Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) is questionable, so Portis may need to step into a larger role upon his return, though it's unclear what his conditioning levels will be at.

Portis (personal) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Thunder, Steve McGehee of News 9 Oklahoma City reports.

EDGE Analysis

Portis will miss his sixth straight game while attending to a personal matter. The short-handed Bucks will be without Portis, Brook Lopez (back), Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee), Damian Lillard (groin) and Khris Middleton (ankles) in the second game of a back-to-back set Monday. That opens the door for Gary Trent, Andre Jackson, Pat Connaughton, AJ Green and Taurean Prince to all take on increased roles against Oklahoma City.

Portis (personal) is doubtful for Monday's matchup against the Thunder, Eric Nehm of The Athletic reports.

EDGE Analysis

Portis is likely to be sidelined, while Giannis Antetokounmpo (knee) and Khris Middleton (ankles) have been ruled out. The shorthanded Bucks will need increased contributions across the board, with players such as Gary Trent, Andre Jackson and Pat Connaughton all likely to take on heightened roles.