ESPN predicts Nets will trade Michael Porter Jr. before deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 10, 2026, 11:48 PM
Last updated Nov 10, 2026
ESPN reports that the Brooklyn Nets are likely to trade forward Michael Porter Jr. before the February 11 trade deadline. Despite being a key contributor, averaging 21.5 points and 7.7 rebounds this season, the Nets' poor 2-8 start may prompt a shift. Porter's eligibility for a substantial contract extension adds urgency, with a three-year, $154 million deal possible should he be traded. The outlook for his future remains uncertain as the season progresses.
- •Nets projected to trade Michael Porter Jr. by February 11.
- •Porter is averaging 21.5 points, 7.7 rebounds this season.
- •Nets currently hold a 2-8 record to start the season.
- •Porter eligible for a three-year, $154 million contract if traded.
- •No clarity on the Nets' plans for extending Porter.
- 11:48 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN projects Nets to trade Michael Porter Jr. before trade deadline
"The Brooklyn Nets are projected by ESPN to trade forward Michael Porter Jr. before the February trade deadline given his value to contending teams.
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