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The Brooklyn Nets have undergone major changes this offseason, revamping a good chunk of their roster to align with their rebuild. While they weren't expected to make any improvements, per se, the Nets have attempted to set themselves up for the future in their summer moves.

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Michael Porter Jr. Could be Weapon for Nets’ Rookies

In late-June, the Nets made the decision to finally off-load longtime super-scorer Cam Johnson to the Denver Nuggets. Denver was in dire need of an upgrade alongside former MVP Nikola Jokic, and nabbing a first round pick and forward Michael Porter Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / Denver Nuggets on SI / July 25

NBA Executive Has Wild Michael Porter Jr. Proclamation After Trade

The NBA has seen plenty of player movement since the start of 2025, starting from one of the busiest trade deadlines ever to an offseason that has seen even more changes.

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Brooklyn Nets have already done what Denver Nuggets never did with Michael Porter Jr.

Michael Porter Jr. has started a new chapter in his NBA career after getting traded to the Brooklyn Nets. Over the last six seasons, Michael Porter Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fadeaway World / July 25

Nets Believe Michael Porter Jr. Might Challenge For NBA Scoring Title

The Brooklyn Nets may be rebuilding, but they haven’t given up on firepower. In a recent quote shared with the media, a team executive suggested that new addition Michael Porter Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / July 24

Nets Exec Thinks Michael Porter Jr. Could Come ‘Close’ To Winning NBA Scoring Title Next Season

NBA reporter Keith Smith of Spotrac spoke to a Brooklyn Nets front office executive who thinks newcomer Michael Porter Jr. could come “close” to winning the scoring title next season. The Nets acquired Porter Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 23

Brooklyn Nets New Acquisition Michael Porter Jr. Impressed with Team Facility

He hasn’t even officially been with the Brooklyn Nets for a month, but one recent acquisition already seems more than happy with his new home. In a vlog from his first day in Brooklyn, Michael Porter Jr.

NBA News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 23

Did the Nets Help Denver Pull Off the Smartest Trade of the Offseason?

The Denver Nuggets have been quite busy since they sent Michael Porter Jr. to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for Cam Johnson. During an offseason that the Nuggets unloaded Porter's contract on the Nets, in addition to Johnson, they've added Jonas Valanciunas, Bruce Brown and Tim Hardaway Jr.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 22

Nets front office executive claims Michael Porter Jr. can challenge for scoring title

The Brooklyn Nets will offer Michael Porter Jr. an expanded offensive role after acquiring him in a trade this summer. A member of the team’s front office feels the 6-foot-10 sharpshooter could be among the NBA’s top scorers next season.

Brooklyn Nets News / Brooklyn Nets on SI / July 21

Nets Believe Michael Porter Jr. 'Could Be Close' to Contending for Scoring Title

Michael Porter Jr. has always been nearly seven feet of pure offensive firepower. His 6-foot-10 frame and lethal scoring ability have always combined to create a highly-impactful power forward, but now, having departed the Denver Nuggets for the Brooklyn Nets, he has the chance to take his game to another level.

NBA News / Denver Nuggets on SI / July 17

Cam Johnson Breaks Silence on Nuggets-Nets Trade

The Denver Nuggets opened the offseason by making a blockbuster move, sending Michael Porter Jr. and his $179 million contract plus a first-round draft pick to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for small forward Cam Johnson.

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Brooklyn Nets News / Hoops Wire / July 14

Nets Newcomer Michael Porter Jr. Calls Move New Chapter, Ready For Expanded Role

Michael Porter Jr. won a title with the Denver Nuggets. He started in nearly every game he played for a perennial contender. But after being traded to the Brooklyn Nets, the 27-year-old forward says it’s time for something different.

Denver Nuggets News / Hardwood Heroics / July 14

'Took a Nap Afterwards' – Former Denver Nuggets Forward’s Nonchalant Reaction to Getting Traded

One of the major changes for the Denver Nuggets this offseason was trading away Michael Porter Jr. The Nuggets traded the 6-foot-10 forward to the Brooklyn Nets for Cam Johnson and a 2032 unprotected first-round pick.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 13

Michael Porter Jr. Reveals Reaction to Nuggets, Nets Trade

The Denver Nuggets have had a busy offseason thus far as they have made multiple additions to their roster to try and chase a championship next season.

Brooklyn Nets News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 13

Nets’ Jordi Fernandez teases Michael Porter Jr.’s role ‘he’s never done before’

Michael Porter Jr. was seeking an expanded role with the Denver Nuggets in recent seasons. His trade to the Brooklyn Nets, where he’ll reunite with former Nuggets assistant Jordi Fernandez, will give him just that.

Brooklyn Nets News / Fastbreak on SI / July 12

Michael Porter Jr. Makes Feelings Clear After Brooklyn Nets Trade

Michael Porter Jr. is a very talented forward who spent the first seven years of his NBA career with the Denver Nuggets. That said, the Nuggets have now traded the 2023 NBA Champion to the Brooklyn Nets.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / July 10

Michael Porter Jr. Takes Shot at Nuggets After Trade to Nets

Michael Porter Jr. was a key part of the Denver Nuggets core and many fans had grown to love him over the years, despite some of his struggles. Whether intentionally or not, his latest comments are going to burn more than a few bridges.

Brooklyn Nets News / Hardwood Heroics / July 10

'My Ceiling Had Kind of Plateaued' – Brooklyn Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. Believes He Can Have a Bigger Role With His New Team

Michael Porter Jr. is ready to reach a higher ceiling with a larger role on the Brooklyn Nets after spending the first seven years of his NBA career with the Denver Nuggets.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / July 9

Nets Newcomer Michael Porter Jr: My Ceiling Had Plateaued With Nuggets

It’s the end of the road for Michael Porter Jr. with the Denver Nuggets. And from the sounds of things, Porter is OK with it. After seven years with the Nuggets, Porter was traded to the Brooklyn Nets for Cameron Johnson at the start of the NBA free agency period.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / July 9

NBA Star Michael Porter Jr. Reacts To Nuggets-Nets Trade

Michael Porter Jr. has spent each of his first seven years in the NBA playing for the Denver Nuggets. He finished the 2024-25 season with productive averages of 18.2 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.1 assists per contest while shooting 50.4% from the field and 39.5% from the three-point range in 77 games.