Nets’ Michael Porter Jr. Earns 74th Spot in B/R’s Top NBA Players Ranking
Michael Porter Jr. is gearing up for the 2025-26 NBA season with the Brooklyn Nets. After being traded from the Denver Nuggets, he aims to prove his worth in a heightened role. Recently, Bleacher Report ranked him as the 74th-best player in the NBA, highlighting his potential growth in Brooklyn.
Porter’s Ranking in Context
Michael Porter Jr.’s ranking of 74 places him ahead of Miami Heat’s Norman Powell and behind Portland Trail Blazers’ Jrue Holiday. This assessment reflects his expected role as a primary offensive player for the Nets.
- Previous team: Denver Nuggets
- New team: Brooklyn Nets
- Ranking: 74th in Bleacher Report’s top-100 for 2025-26
- Position: Forward
Performance Insights
During the 2024-25 season, Porter averaged:
- Points: 18.2
- Rebounds: 7.0
- Assists: 2.1
- Shooting Percentage: 50.4%
- Three-Point Percentage: 39.5%
These statistics were accomplished while playing alongside top talents like Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, which limited his opportunities.
Expectations for the New Season
With the Nets, Porter is expected to become the second-leading scorer, following guard Cam Thomas. Coach Jordi Fernandez may utilize him more actively in the offense, allowing Porter to create scoring opportunities.
If he exceeds expectations this season, Michael Porter Jr. could improve his ranking next year. His move to Brooklyn represents a significant shift, potentially unlocking more of his talent.
