MICHAEL PORTER JR. NEWS

Puts up 17 with six boards Porter closed Monday's 112-108 victory over the Heat with 17 points (6-15 FG, 5-13 3Pt), six rebounds, one block and one steal in 33 minutes.

Impact Porter has been remarkably consistent of late and has scored in double digits nine games in a row while also reaching the 20-point plateau four times in that span. He's averaging 18.7 points, 4.1 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game across that nine-game stretch.

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nikola Jokic scores 27, Nuggets hold off Heat 112-108

Nikola Jokic finished with 27 points, 12 rebounds and eight assists, and Denver snapped Miami’s eight-game home winning streak by topping the Heat 112-108

FEBRUARY 14, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jokic carries short-handed Nuggets past Hornets 119-105

Nikola Jokic had 30 points, 16 rebounds and 10 assists for his league-leading 20th triple-double and the shorthanded Denver Nuggets handed the Charlotte Hornets their seventh strai...

FEBRUARY 12, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Puts up point-per-minute production Porter finished Tuesday's 146-112 win over the Timberwolves with 30 points (11-15 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 29 minutes.

Impact Though the Nuggets welcome back Nikola Jokic (hamstring), Aaron Gordon (ankle) and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (ankle) from one-game absences, Porter didn't see a noticeable downturn in his productivity after he had been the only regular Denver starter to suit up in the team's previous contest Sunday in Minnesota. Even with head coach Michael Malone resting key rotation players down the stretch while Denver took a 35-point lead into the final quarter, the absence of Jamal Murray (knee) still left enough usage to go around for Porter, who made the most of his touches by shooting at an elite rate. The 24-year-old forward continues to struggle to produce in the defensive categories and as a distributor, but there's no doubting that, when healthy, he's one of the game's more talented perimeter shooters.

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jokic posts triple-double by halftime, Nuggets rout Wolves

Nikola Jokic posted his 19th triple-double of the season by halftime and the Denver Nuggets rode a 49-point first quarter to a 146-112 rout of the Minnesota Timberwolves

FEBRUARY 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leads ragtag group with 22 points Porter contributed 22 points (7-16 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 6-8 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Sunday's 128-98 loss to the Timberwolves.

Impact The only regular Denver starter who suited up for the second half of the Nuggets' back-to-back set, Porter saw a spike in usage while the likes of Nikola Jokic (hamstring) and Jamal Murray (knee) received maintenance days. He was able to parlay his 31.2 usage rate into his third 20-plus-point performance in five games, but he supplemented the offense with little in the way of peripheral statistics. Porter will need to continue shooting efficiently to regularly deliver strong scoring outings when Jokic and Murray return to the lineup during the upcoming week.

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Timberwolves cruise to 128-98 win against Jokic-less Nuggets

D’Angelo Russell had 14 of his 18 points in the first quarter and added 10 assists, Anthony Edwards scored 20 and the Minnesota Timberwolves cruised to a 128-98 win against the Den...

FEBRUARY 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores 16 first-half points Porter supplied 23 points (9-16 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals across 30 minutes during Saturday's 128-108 victory over the Hawks.

Impact Porter had a terrific first half, knocking down seven of 10 field goal attempts for 16 points as the Nuggets jumped out to a double-digit lead at the break. The small forward was much quieter in the second half, producing another seven points on 2-of-4 shooting while adding just one rebound, one steal and a block. Porter finished the night with 23 points, his second time breaking the 20-point barrier in his last four games, and also grabbed a season-high three steals to help Denver win its third straight. He's now shooting 53.6 percent from the field through two games this month.

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets beat Hawks 128-108, tie Boston for NBA's best record

Jamal Murray scored a season-high 41 points, Nikola Jokic had his 18th triple-double of the season and the Denver Nuggets extended their winning streak to three games with a 128-10...

FEBRUARY 5, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Denver plays Atlanta in non-conference action

Denver and Atlanta meet in non-conference action

FEBRUARY 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Hits for 20 in return Porter racked up 20 points (7-11 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and six rebounds over 29 minutes during Saturday's 126-119 loss to the 76ers.

Impact It was all hands on deck for Denver in a marquee matchup against Philly, as Porter returned from a three-game absence while attending to a family matter and scored 20 or more points for only the third time in January, although he has drained multiple threes in 10 of 12 contests on the month. The 24-year-old continues to play a complementary role behind Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray in the Nuggets offense, but if the oft-injured Porter can stay on the court, he could see his numbers rise in the second half of the season.

JANUARY 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to play Saturday Porter (personal) will take the floor Saturday against the 76ers.

Impact Porter held a questionable designation on the initial injury report but will return Saturday following a three-game absence for personal reasons. Porter is averaging 15.5 points and 5.0 boards over 28.0 minutes per game in his 11 January appearances and will claim his usual spot in the starting five.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Now listed as questionable Porter (personal) is questionable for Saturday's matchup against the 76ers.

Impact Porter, who's missed three straight games for personal reasons, was initially omitted from the injury report, but his availability is still in question. If the 2018 first-round pick is ruled out again, Bruce Brown (knee) figures to remain the primary beneficiary, though Christian Braun and Vlatko Cancar would also be candidates for increased playing time.

JANUARY 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not on injury report Porter (personal) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Porter rejoined the Nuggets in Philadelphia on Friday, and he's been cleared to return from a three-game absence due to a personal matter. Bruce Brown (knee) will likely take on a bench role with Porter back in action. Over his five appearances prior to his absence, Porter averaged 16.8 points and 5.2 rebounds in 28.8 minutes per game.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Porter (personal) is questionable for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Impact Porter has missed the last three games due to a personal matter but rejoined the Nuggets in Philadelphia on Friday. While it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to suit up Saturday, he appears to be getting closer to returning to the court. Once he's back in action, Bruce Brown will likely retreat to the bench.

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Embiid and the 76ers face the Nuggets

Joel Embiid leads Philadelphia into a matchup with Denver averaging 33.4 points per game

JANUARY 27, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Antetokounmpo helps Bucks beat short-handed Nuggets 107-99

Giannis Antetokounmpo had 33 points and 14 rebounds as the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the short-handed Denver Nuggets 107-99

JANUARY 26, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Jokic won't play for short-handed Nuggets at Milwaukee

Two-time reigning MVP Nikola Jokic won’t play for the Western Conference-leading Denver Nuggets on Wednesday night at Milwaukee as he continues to recover from a tight left hamstri...

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Sitting out Wednesday Porter (personal) will not take the floor Wednesday versus the Bucks, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Impact Porter will miss out on his third consecutive game while tending to a personal matter, and it's unclear exactly when he will be ready to rejoin the team. His next opportunity to do so arrives Saturday in Philadelphia. His absence should allow Bruce Brown to draw another start, and the Nuggets will be running out a skeleton crew with four starters unavailable.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable again Porter (personal) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup in Milwaukee.

Impact Porter has missed back-to-back games due to a personal matter within the family and is a question mark for Wednesday's contest. He's one of five Nuggets who are listed as questionable for the second half of a back-to-back set, so Denver may be extremely shorthanded for a matchup against the Bucks, who recently lost Bobby Portis (knee) for a few weeks but are closer to full strength than they've been all season. If Porter is downgraded to out again, his next chance to suit up won't come until Saturday in Philadelphia.

JANUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out Tuesday Porter (personal) is out Tuesday against the Pelicans, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Impact Porter will miss a second straight game as he attends to a personal matter within the family. Bruce Brown should continue to start at small forward in Porter's absence.

JANUARY 24, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Considered questionable for Tuesday Porter (personal) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Pelicans, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Impact Porter missed Sunday's game against the Thunder due to personal reasons and is in jeopardy of missing a second straight contest. Nikola Jokic (hamstring) and Bones Hyland (finger) are also questionable, so Denver could be extremely shorthanded against a struggling Pelicans squad.

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Nuggets star Porter Jr.'s brother arrested after fatal crash

Police say University of Denver basketball player Coban Porter smelled of alcohol and and was slurring his speech when he was arrested following a fatal crash in Denver on Sunday

JANUARY 23, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS