Ryan Rollins Reaches Career Milestone in Bucks' Win Over Hornets

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Milwaukee Bucks Face Challenges, But Ryan Rollins Shines

The Milwaukee Bucks are currently trailing the Charlotte Hornets 60-51 at halftime of their game at Fiserv Forum. Despite the difficult start, several players have stood out in the first half, with Wisconsin native Kon Knueppel leading the way with 17 points and two assists. However, one player who has truly captured attention is Ryan Rollins, whose performance has been a bright spot for the team.

Giannis Antetokounmpo, still playing under a minutes restriction due to a calf injury sustained last month, has contributed 14 points, five rebounds, and two assists in just 14 minutes. He has also made all six of his free throw attempts, showcasing his composure on the court. While Antetokounmpo's presence is always valuable, it’s clear that the Bucks are looking for more consistent production from their other players.

A Milestone for Ryan Rollins

One of the most significant moments of the game came early in the first quarter when Milwaukee Bucks guard Ryan Rollins scored his 1,000th career point. While this milestone may not seem like a massive number compared to some of the league’s top scorers, it marks a major turning point in Rollins’ career.

Entering the 2025-26 season, Rollins had only accumulated 416 career points. This year alone, he has already scored 584 points, which is an impressive leap. His performance this season has been nothing short of remarkable, as he is averaging career highs in points per game (17.0), rebounds per game (4.2), and assists per game (5.8). Additionally, Rollins is shooting nearly 41% from the three-point line and is among the league leaders in deflections on defense.

Breakdown of Rollins' Performance

Here is a detailed look at Ryan Rollins' performance over the years:

Per Game Table

Season	Age	Team	Lg	Pos	G	GS	MP	FG	FGA	FG%	3P	3PA	3P%	2P	2PA	2P%	eFG%	FT	FTA	FT%	ORB	DRB	TRB	AST	STL	BLK	TOV	PF	PTS
2022-23	20	GSW	NBA	PG	12	0	5.2	0.6	1.7	.350	0.3	0.8	.333	0.3	0.9	.364	.425	0.5	0.5	1.000	0.3	0.8	1.0	0.5	0.1	0.1	1.3	0.8	1.9
2023-24	21	2TM	NBA	PG	13	0	6.0	1.1	2.1	.519	0.2	0.3	.750	0.8	1.8	.478	.574	1.0	1.3	.765	0.2	0.8	1.0	1.1	0.8	0.2	0.6	0.6	3.4
2023-24	21	WAS	NBA	PG	10	0	6.6	1.3	2.5	.520	0.2	0.3	.667	1.1	2.2	.500	.560	1.3	1.7	.765	0.2	0.9	1.1	1.1	0.8	0.3	0.7	0.7	4.1
2023-24	21	MIL	NBA	PG	3	0	4.0	0.3	0.7	.500	0.3	0.3	1.000	0.0	0.3	.000	.750	0.0	0.0	0.0	0.7	0.7	1.0	0.7	0.0	0.3	0.3	1.0
2024-25	22	MIL	NBA	PG	56	19	14.6	2.4	4.8	.487	0.9	2.1	.408	1.5	2.7	.550	.577	0.6	0.8	.800	0.4	1.6	1.9	1.9	0.8	0.3	0.9	1.6	6.2
2025-26	23	MIL	NBA	PG	34	29	31.4	6.5	13.7	.473	2.4	5.8	.406	4.1	7.9	.522	.559	1.7	2.2	.760	0.7	3.5	4.2	5.8	1.6	0.4	2.4	2.8	17.0

Career Totals: - 4 Yrs: 115 games, 17.6 minutes per game, 3.3 field goals, 6.8 field goal attempts, 47.6% field goal percentage - MIL (3 Yrs): 93 games, 20.4 minutes per game, 3.8 field goals, 8.0 field goal attempts, 47.8% field goal percentage - GSW (1 Yr): 12 games, 5.2 minutes per game, 0.6 field goals, 1.7 field goal attempts, 35.0% field goal percentage - WAS (1 Yr): 10 games, 6.6 minutes per game, 1.3 field goals, 2.5 field goal attempts, 52.0% field goal percentage

Provided by Basketball-Reference.com: View Original Table
Generated 1/2/2026.

Looking Ahead

As the Bucks continue to navigate this challenging game, Rollins' performance serves as a reminder of the potential within the team. His ability to consistently contribute on both ends of the floor has made him a key player for Milwaukee. With the rest of the season ahead, fans will be watching closely to see if Rollins can maintain this level of play and help lead the Bucks to success.