Michael Porter Jr. Discusses Future with Brooklyn Nets

Nets' star forward opens up about his contract situation and desire to stay long-term in Brooklyn.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 2:03am

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In a recent interview, Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. expressed his strong desire to sign a contract extension with the team and make Brooklyn his long-term home. Porter, who was acquired by the Nets in a trade last offseason, is entering the final year of his current deal and is set to become a free agent next summer.

Why it matters

Porter's comments come at a critical time for the Nets, who are looking to build a championship contender around their young core of players. Retaining Porter, a former NBA champion, would be a major boost for the franchise as they aim to compete for a title in the coming years.

The details

Porter, 24, said he would "love to sign an extension" with the Nets and "spend many, many years in Brooklyn." The talented forward has emerged as a key piece for the Nets since being acquired from the Denver Nuggets last offseason. In his first year with the team, Porter averaged 18.2 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game.

  • Porter was traded to the Nets in the 2025 offseason.
  • Porter is entering the final year of his current contract and will be a free agent in the summer of 2027.

The players

Michael Porter Jr.

A 24-year-old forward for the Brooklyn Nets who was acquired in a trade last offseason. Porter is a former NBA champion and is entering the final year of his current contract.

Brooklyn Nets

An NBA franchise based in Brooklyn, New York that is looking to build a championship contender around their young core of players.

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What they’re saying

“If it was up to me, I'd love to sign an extension with this franchise I would love to spend many, many years in Brooklyn and make this my home and watch this franchise take off.”

— Michael Porter Jr., Nets Forward

What’s next

The Nets will likely look to engage Porter in contract extension talks in the coming months as they aim to lock up their young star long-term.

The takeaway

Porter's comments demonstrate his commitment to the Nets and desire to be a part of the team's long-term plans. Retaining Porter would be a major win for the franchise as they look to build a championship-caliber roster.