Michael Porter Jr (via Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images) Michael Porter Jr has lately been quite open about his personal life ever since joining the Brooklyn Nets. The former Denver Nuggets star has often made headlines not just for basketball, but also for openly talking about his relationships. While some fans are shocked by his honesty, others applaud him. Porter, who was traded to the Nets this off-season, recently shared a story about his past relationship. He revealed that he made an ex-girlfriend pay half of their rent.
Michael Porter Jr explains why his Ex had to split rent
Michael Porter Jr unfolded about the situation during an appearance on Justin Laboy’s “Respectfully” podcast. Laboy was surprised when Porter said he split rent despite being a millionaire. Porter went on to explain his reason and said the girl was living above her means. He wanted to help, so he agreed to pay half the rent. Even though the couple broke up after six months, he still promised to cover half of the rent for the rest of the year.Laboy then asked why Porter did not just pay in full considering his net worth. MPJ’s answer left people laughing and debating. “Because she needs to act right month-to-month,” Porter said.https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=oCn9z3a35YQThe forward further added, “So, like, if I’m paying the remaining months, month to month, I see she’s wilding and like, bro, it’s going to be hard to continue that agreement. You feel me? That’s going to be tough because if you’re out here wilding, get that next dude to pay that rent. Okay. You feel me?”Porter’s revelations came as a surprise to many while leaving others in splits considering his current contract is worth nearly $180 million.
Michael Porter Jr elated to see a familiar face Jordi Fernandez in Brooklyn Nets
Michael Porter Jr is also focused on his new start in the NBA with Brooklyn Nets. Speaking on Tuesday’s media day, the 27 year old expressed his delight about joining the Nets because of coach Jordi Fernandez.“That has been big for me. Just coming to a new city and feeling a little bit of being overwhelmed, just to have a guy as a head coach that I am working with every day, somebody like Jordi”, Porter said on Tuesday’s media day, according to ESPN. Also Read: What Is Michael Porter Jr’S Net Worth? Everything About Brooklyn Nets’ Star Player’s FortuneNotably, Fernandez worked with Porter in Denver as an assistant from 2016 to 2022. Now, with Brooklyn, Porter could have a new role as one of the top offense options for the upcoming NBA season.