Michael Porter Jr. reflects on his Klay Thompson workout experience

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Last updated Sep 18, 2026

Michael Porter Jr. reflects on his Klay Thompson workout experience
Summary

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. discussed a recent workout he had with Miami Heat guard Klay Thompson. During a livestream, Porter admitted he once considered himself the best shooter in the NBA but changed his view after competing with Thompson. He noted that Thompson challenged him in a way he hadn't experienced before, leading Porter to acknowledge Thompson's superior shooting ability. Despite previously strong shooting performance, Porter had a disappointing shooting season last year, and he aims for significant improvement in the upcoming 2026-27 season.

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  • Porter claimed to be the best shooter until working out with Thompson.
  • Thompson made 1,342 three-pointers at 39.5% shooting since 2019.
  • Porter made 1,019 three-pointers at 39.8% shooting in the same period.
  • Last season, Porter shot only 36.3% from three-point range.
  • Porter aims to improve his shooting in the 2026-27 season.
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Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. felt that he was the best shooter in the NBA until he worked out with Miami Heat guard Klay Thompson.

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