Michael Porter Jr. criticizes tipping culture in the USA
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 12:30 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Brooklyn Nets player Michael Porter Jr. expressed his views on the tipping culture during a recent interview. He argued that tipping practices in the U.S. have become excessive, such as suggesting that tipping 20% on a $3,000 meal or a $250 Uber Eats order is unreasonable. Porter acknowledged being a poor tipper himself but emphasized that the current norms are flawed. The Nets are preparing for their preseason, starting in early October with a matchup against the Charlotte Hornets.
- •Porter criticized the expectation of tipping 20% on high-cost meals.
- •He stated his belief that tipping culture is 'out of control'.
- •The Nets' preseason begins in early October against the Charlotte Hornets.
- •Porter admitted to being a bad tipper during the interview.
- 12:30 PMYahoo Sports — Michael Porter Jr. hits out at America’s ‘out-of-control’ tipping culture
"Brooklyn Nets player Michael Porter Jr. has recently decided to share his opinion on the tipping culture in the United States of America.
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