{"id":700048,"date":"2026-04-05T19:02:19","date_gmt":"2026-04-05T19:02:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/700048\/"},"modified":"2026-04-05T19:02:19","modified_gmt":"2026-04-05T19:02:19","slug":"former-denver-nuggets-star-hit-with-tough-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nba\/700048\/","title":{"rendered":"Former Denver Nuggets Star Hit With Tough News"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Michael Porter Jr. #17 of the Brooklyn Nets is one of the mysteries of the NBA trade rumor mill.<\/p>\n

Year one for Michael Porter Jr. on the Brooklyn Nets<\/a> has come to a close.<\/p>\n

Although the Nets have some time left in the regular season, they made the early call to shut down Porter for the remainder of the run.<\/p>\n

The former Denver Nuggets<\/a> star has been dealing with a hamstring injury. It\u2019s unclear if a competitive situation would\u2019ve allowed Porter to return to action, but the state of the Nets makes it clear that it\u2019s in Porter\u2019s best interest to take the rest of the year off.<\/p>\n

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GettyNEW YORK, NY \u2013 SEPTEMBER 23: Michael Porter Jr. #17 of the Brooklyn Nets speaks to the media during Brooklyn Nets Media Day at Brooklyn Nets HSS Training Center on September 23, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City.NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Evan Bernstein\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

via Michael Scotto, HoopsHype<\/a>: Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. and rookie forward Danny Wolf are both out for the rest of the season coach Jordi Fernandez says.<\/p>\n

The Last Time Porter Played For The Nets
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GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK \u2013 NOVEMBER 11: Michael Porter Jr. #17 of the Brooklyn Nets dribbles during the second half against the Toronto Raptors<\/a> at Barclays Center on November 11, 2025 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Raptors won 119-109. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sarah Stier\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Porter\u2019s final game happened on March 10. The Nets hosted the Detroit Pistons<\/a>, and the veteran forward checked in for 22 minutes.<\/p>\n

During that time, Porter shot 7-14 from the field, making just one of his six shots from beyond the arc. He produced 19 points, two rebounds, one assist, and one steal during his shift.<\/p>\n

After that game, the Nets had Porter on a week-to-week basis. He ended up missing 12 games in a row. The Nets officially ruled out Porter for the remainder of the year, before they faced the Atlanta Hawks<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Michael Porter Jr. Starred In Post-Nuggets Era
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK \u2013 MARCH 01: Michael Porter Jr. #17 of the Brooklyn Nets reacts during the second half against the Cleveland Cavaliers<\/a> at Barclays Center on March 01, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jordan Bank\/Getty Images)<\/p>\n

Throughout the first six seasons of his career, Porter Jr. averaged 16.2 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 1.4 assists per game.<\/p>\n

The sharpshooter knocked down 50.0% of his shots from the field and hit on 40.6% of his threes.<\/p>\n

After getting traded to the Nets, Porter\u2019s usage increased. As a result, he put up All-Star-caliber numbers. The veteran forward produced 24.2 points (46.3% FG, and 36.3% 3PT), while coming down with 7.1 rebounds per game, and producing 3.0 assists per game.<\/p>\n

The Nets\u2019 plans for Porter Jr. next season are unclear. Heading into the 2026 NBA<\/a> trade deadline, Porter had a lot of interest from contenders. Next season, Porter is going to play on an expiring $40.8 million deal.<\/p>\n

\n\t\t\tJustin Grasso<\/a> Justin Grasso is an NBA reporter, covering trending league news, transactions, injuries, and player developments. He is a credentialed journalist with nearly a decade of insider access. More about Justin Grasso<\/a>\t\t<\/p>\n

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