NBA Suspends Bobby Portis 25 Games for Drug Policy Violation

The NBA has suspended Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis for 25 games without pay after he tested positive for Tramadol, a banned substance under the league's anti-drug policy. Portis' suspension will begin immediately, leaving the Bucks to adjust as they pursue playoff positioning. His agent, Mark Bartelstein, claims the violation resulted from an honest mistake, as Portis believed he was taking Toradol, an approved pain medication he has used previously. Despite the explanation, the NBA is enforcing its strict policy, with Bucks GM Jon Horst supporting Portis while acknowledging the difficult situation. Fans expressed shock and mixed reactions on social media, questioning the implications of the suspension for Portis' career and the team's depth. Portis is averaging 13.7 points and 8.3 rebounds this season, making his absence significant as the playoffs approach.