History of Michael Porter Jr. in Timeline

Michael Porter Jr. (MPJ) is an American professional basketball player currently playing for the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA. He was a highly-touted prospect in the 2017 class and played college basketball for the Missouri Tigers. Drafted 14th overall by the Denver Nuggets in 2018, he contributed to the team's success, culminating in an NBA championship in 2023.

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June 29, 1998: Michael Porter Jr. Born

On June 29, 1998, Michael Lamar Porter Jr., also known as "MPJ", was born. He is now a professional basketball player for the Brooklyn Nets in the NBA.

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July 2016: Originally Commits to Washington

In July 2016, Michael Porter Jr. originally committed to Washington. This commitment changed after a coaching change.

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 and being named Co-MVP alongside Trae Young.

March 24, 2017: Committed to Play for Missouri

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

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

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

November 22, 2017: Back Surgery

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

2017: Relationship with Madison Pettis

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

2017: Top Prospect in the Class of 2017

In 2017, Michael Porter Jr. was ranked as one of the top prospects in his class, marking a significant milestone in his early career.

February 22, 2018: Cleared to Practice with Missouri

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

March 8, 2018: Return to Action

On March 8, 2018, Michael Porter Jr. officially returned to action in the quarterfinals of the SEC tournament after recovering from a back injury.

July 3, 2018: Signs with the Denver Nuggets

On July 3, 2018, Michael Porter Jr. signed a multi-year contract with the Denver Nuggets, officially joining the team after being drafted.

July 19, 2018: Second Back Surgery

On July 19, 2018, the Denver Nuggets announced that Michael Porter Jr. had undergone a second back surgery, which led to him missing the entire season.

2018: Diet Change

In 2018, Michael Porter Jr. changed his diet to raw vegan, having grown up as a vegetarian.

2018: Drafted by Denver Nuggets

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

2018: Brother Reclassified

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

October 31, 2019: NBA Debut

On October 31, 2019, Michael Porter Jr. made his NBA debut, coming off the bench with 15 points, 4 rebounds, and an assist in a loss to the New Orleans Pelicans.

August 4, 2020: Career High

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

2020: Diet Change

As of 2020, Michael Porter Jr. is no longer vegetarian or vegan, marking another change in his dietary habits.

April 24, 2021: Career-High Points

On April 24, 2021, Michael Porter Jr. scored a career-high 39 points in a 129–116 win over the Houston Rockets.

September 27, 2021: Rookie Extension

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

November 29, 2021: Third Back Surgery

On November 29, 2021, it was announced that Michael Porter Jr. would miss the remainder of the 2021–22 NBA season to undergo a third back surgery.

September 10, 2023: First Pitch in Taiwan

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. helped the Denver Nuggets win their first NBA championship in franchise history.

2023: NBA Championship with the Denver Nuggets

In 2023, Michael Porter Jr. won his first NBA championship with the Denver Nuggets, marking a significant achievement in his career.

March 21, 2024: Nuggets Franchise Record

On March 21, 2024, Michael Porter Jr. surpassed the record for the most made three-pointers in a season in Nuggets franchise history, with 193 made three-pointers.

April 2024: Brother's Legal Issues

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, and another brother, Jevon, was arrested on suspicion of DWI in Missouri.