Portis says I-95 drive from Milwaukee to Miami inspired new No. 95

He'd worn Nos. 9 and 5 before, and was born in '95

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 161 min read

Bobby Portis drove from Milwaukee to Miami down the I-95 highway after being traded to the Heat and said it partly inspi Via @NBAonPrime on X

What happened: Bobby Portis said driving down Interstate 95 from Milwaukee to Miami after his trade to the Heat helped inspire his new jersey number, 95. Portis had previously worn No. 9 and No. 5 in earlier stops, and noted he was born in 1995.

Why it matters: Portis turns to Miami after the trade that ended his run with the Bucks, folding his own history into the fresh number as he starts over with the Heat.

What to watch: Watch for Portis to debut No. 95 as Miami continues reshaping its roster this offseason.

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