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Michael Porter Jr. Lands No. 10 in First East All-Star Fan Returns as Nets Surge in December

His All-Star chances hinge on coach selections announced in late January.

Overview

  • Porter ranked 10th in the Eastern Conference in the initial fan vote under the NBA’s new positionless All-Star format.
  • He is posting career-best numbers at 25.8 points, 7.4 rebounds and 3.2 assists on 49/40/82 shooting with a marked playmaking jump reflected in a 17.2 assist percentage.
  • Brooklyn rebounded from an 0-7 start with a strong December that included a 7-3 mark and the league’s top defensive rating for the month.
  • The Nets’ three-game winning streak ended in a 120-107 loss to Golden State, where Porter had 27 points, nine rebounds, five assists and three steals.
  • Coaches and players around the league, including Jordi Fernández and Steve Kerr, have praised Porter’s professionalism and growth, while reports indicate multiple teams have checked on his trade availability.