Michael Porter Jr. Embraces Nets Future Amid Contract Extension Talks

Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter, 27, is increasingly seen as a long-term piece for the team, having not been traded at the deadline. He's enjoying an All-Star caliber season, averaging career highs of 25.0 points, 7.2 rebounds, and 3.2 assists, and has expressed his desire to stay and build with the young team. While he's currently on vacation and dealing with tendinitis in his right knee, the Nets face a big decision on his contract extension, with projections ranging from $160M to $234M over four years.