Bucks' new group has already restored a forgotten strength

Milwaukee Bucks forward Bobby Portis (9) reacts after scoring a basket in the third quarter against the Utah Jazz at Fiserv Forum. Jan 8, 2024. | Benny Sieu-Imagn ImagesThe Milwaukee Bucks' bench poured in 69 points against the Pelicans on Friday, contributing to the offense's highest output in a regulation game this season in the 139-118 victory. It was more than half of Milwaukee's total points. It was also a statement about the potential this new bench group brings.

After the roster's supposed preseason depth quickly dissolved, a reinvigorated second unit led by Cam Thomas, Bobby Portis, and at least one of Ousmane Dieng and Pete Nance is liable to erupt on a nightly basis. That's an…