History of Michael Porter Jr. in Timeline

Michael Porter Jr. (MPJ) is an American professional basketball player currently with the Brooklyn Nets. He played college basketball at Missouri and was a top prospect in the 2017 class. Drafted 14th overall by the Denver Nuggets in 2018, he won an NBA championship with them in 2023. Porter is a notable figure in the NBA, recognized for his skills and contributions to the sport.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

June 29, 1998: Michael Porter Jr. born

On June 29, 1998, Michael Lamar Porter Jr., also known as "MPJ", was born.

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July 2016: Originally committed to Washington

In July 2016, Michael Porter Jr. originally committed to the University of Washington. Later, after Lorenzo Romar was fired and Porter Sr. was hired by Missouri, Porter Jr. decommitted from Washington.

2016: Nike EYBL Peach Jam championship

In 2016, Michael Porter Jr. joined Mokan Elite on the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League (EYBL), averaging 26.2 points and 11.5 rebounds per game, leading them to the Nike EYBL Peach Jam championship. He was also named Co-MVP alongside Trae Young.

March 24, 2017: Committed to Missouri

On March 24, 2017, Michael Porter Jr. committed to play for Missouri, joining his father and brother, Jontay Porter.

March 29, 2017: Named MVP at McDonald's All-American Game

On March 29, 2017, Michael Porter Jr. was named MVP at the McDonald's All-American Game, leading the West in a 109–107 win over the East team.

November 22, 2017: Underwent back surgery

On November 22, 2017, Michael Porter Jr. underwent a successful microdiscectomy of his L3-L4 spinal discs due to a lower back injury.

2017: Dated Madison Pettis

In 2017, Michael Porter Jr. dated actress and model Madison Pettis.

2017: Ranked as top prospect

In 2017, Michael Porter Jr. was ranked as one of the top prospects in his class.

February 22, 2018: Cleared to practice with Missouri again

On February 22, 2018, Michael Porter Jr. was cleared to practice with Missouri again, with the potential to return to play before the end of the season.

March 8, 2018: Returned to action

On March 8, 2018, Michael Porter Jr. returned to action in the quarterfinals of the SEC tournament, coming off the bench instead of starting as a precaution.

July 3, 2018: Signed with the Nuggets

On July 3, 2018, Michael Porter Jr. signed a multi-year contract with the Denver Nuggets.

July 19, 2018: Underwent second back surgery

On July 19, 2018, the Denver Nuggets announced that Michael Porter Jr. had undergone a second back surgery and subsequently missed the entire season.

2018: Changed diet to raw vegan

In 2018, Michael Porter Jr. changed his diet to raw vegan.

2018: Drafted by Denver Nuggets

In 2018, Michael Porter Jr. was selected 14th overall by the Denver Nuggets in the NBA draft.

2018: Brother reclassified

In 2018, Michael Porter Jr.'s younger brother Jontay Porter reclassified from the class of 2018 to join him at Missouri.

October 31, 2019: NBA Debut

On October 31, 2019, Michael Porter Jr. made his debut in the NBA, coming off the bench with fifteen points, four rebounds, and an assist in a loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

August 4, 2020: Led Nuggets to victory

On August 4, 2020, Michael Porter Jr. led the Nuggets to their first victory in the Orlando bubble, scoring a then career-high 37 points in an overtime win over Oklahoma City Thunder.

2020: No longer vegetarian or vegan

As of 2020, Michael Porter Jr. is no longer vegetarian or vegan.

April 24, 2021: Career-high points

On April 24, 2021, Michael Porter Jr. scored a career-high 39 points in a win over the Houston Rockets.

September 27, 2021: Rookie extension agreement

On September 27, 2021, Michael Porter Jr. and the Denver Nuggets agreed to a 5-year, $172 million rookie extension.

November 29, 2021: To miss season

On November 29, 2021, Michael Porter Jr.'s agent announced he would miss the remainder of the 2021–22 NBA season as he would be undergoing a third back surgery.

September 10, 2023: Threw first pitch at CTBC Brothers game

On September 10, 2023, while visiting Taiwan, Michael Porter Jr. threw out the first pitch at a CTBC Brothers game.

2023: NBA Championship

In 2023, Michael Porter Jr. won his only NBA championship with the Denver Nuggets.

March 21, 2024: Nuggets franchise record

On March 21, 2024, Michael Porter Jr. put up 31 points along with his 193rd made three-pointer of the season, surpassing the previous record of 192 set by Dale Ellis for the most made three-pointers in a season in Nuggets franchise history.

April 2024: Brother sentenced to prison

In April 2024, Michael Porter Jr.'s younger brother Coban was sentenced to six years in prison for killing a woman while driving under the influence of alcohol. Also in April 2024, his brother Jevon was arrested in Missouri on suspicion of DWI.