Overview
- Porter lifted Brooklyn past Chicago 112–109 with a go-ahead layup in the final seconds, finishing with 26 points and seven rebounds to end a five-game skid.
- Some Nets fans pushing for better lottery odds urged a trade on social media, and Porter replied "My fault" to one comment asking him to be dealt.
- At 12–27, Brooklyn is described as listening to offers for Porter ahead of the deadline, with mock packages circulating, including a Bleacher Report proposal built around Jonathan Kuminga and future first-round picks.
- Reporting out of the Bay Area says the Warriors’ front office prefers pursuing Trey Murphy III and is reluctant to send first-rounders for Porter.
- Porter has been ruled out for rest for the Nets’ next game against the Bulls, coming one outing after his game-winner.