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A shocking number of Milwaukee Bucks fans think Bobby Portis is a better defender than Khris Middleton

In a recent poll conducted on X, formerly Twitter, Milwaukee Bucks reporter Nathan Marzion asked fans a question about Bobby Portis and Khris Middleton. Marzion argued over who was the worst defender among the two veterans.

The result of the said survey is downright shocking.

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Milwaukee Bucks News: Is Bobby Portis a better defender than Khris Middleton?

April 26, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (9) looks to pass the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Aaron Nesmith (23) defends during Game 3 of the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

To be straightforward, defense isn’t the most distinguishing feature of Portis and Middleton. However, it’s still astonishing to think that nearly 20% of Bucks supporters – or at least those who took the survey – believe what Portis brings to the table defensively is superior to what Middleton offers:

There is no denying that Portis is a valuable member of the team. However, he failed to be named a finalist for the Sixth Man of the Year award this season for his elite defense. The fact that some fans believe Portis is a better defender than Middleton has sparked backlash against X:

Milwaukee Bucks and Chris Middleton
April 30, 2024; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) shoots during warmups before Game 5 of the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs against the Indiana Pacers at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory credit: Jeff Hanisch – USA TODAY Sports

To be fair, not only 20% of those surveyed (at least at the time of writing) think Middleton is a worse defender than Portis. In fact, one reporter actually selected Portis as a member of this year’s All-Defense team.

I love Bobby as much as that guy, but this reporter should have his voting privileges removed.

Milwaukee Bucks and Bobby Portis
April 26, 2024; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Milwaukee forward Bobby P (9) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) defends during Game 3 of the first round of the 2024 NBA Playoffs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

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