Michael Porter Jr. putting up big games in Disney NBA Bubble

[insidehoops]

At the half, the Thunder lead the Nuggets 51-50.

It hasn't been the best performance by either team, as both squads are shooting below 42% FG.

But the standout so far is young Nuggets small forward Michael Porter Jr, who in the first half shot 7-of-9 for 20 points, nine rebounds, one steal and one block in just under 20 minutes of play.

The Nuggets are missing a number of key players: Will Barton, Gary Harris and Jamal Murray are all out.

The Thunder are without Dennis Schroder and Terrance Ferguson.

[fourkicks44]

https://youtu.be/v2AC41dglnM

[ralph_i_el]

There's a reason why he was considered the top high school player his senior year. He has a Durant-esque combo of agility/coordination and length. OF course he's not anywhere near KD as a shooter, but he's really good at finishing around the rim through contact.

[Lion's pride]

Give him less than 2 years IMO.. Doncic is solid but has no more ceiling... Zion has ceiling but already has Fat/injury issues..

The former HS POTY MPJ is finally healthy and getting his chance to start...

Anyone dare going against the current and agree with me?? Or are you guys all sheep??

[fourkicks44]

Give him less than 2 years IMO.. Doncic is solid but has no more ceiling... Zion has ceiling but already has Fat/injury issues..

The former HS POTY MPJ is finally healthy and getting his chance to start...

Anyone dare going against the current and agree with me?? Or are you guys all sheep??

Is your definition of "going against the current", being straight up wrong?

[NugzFan]

Give him less than 2 years IMO.. Doncic is solid but has no more ceiling... Zion has ceiling but already has Fat/injury issues..

The former HS POTY MPJ is finally healthy and getting his chance to start...

Anyone dare going against the current and agree with me?? Or are you guys all sheep??

https://buildcreate.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/170427-homer-simpson-subscribe-to-newsletter.jpg

[NugzFan]

Finished with 37 on 12-16 shooting. 12 boards. A steal And a block

+25 in 44 minutes

Not too shabby

[oldtimer28]

Finished with 37 on 12-16 shooting. 12 boards. A steal And a block

+25 in 44 minutes

Not too shabby

Awesome and the way he does it too.

[Sportal]

*nods*

Been waiting for this.

[Sportal]

It is actually not a HUGE outlandish stretch tbh... I think if he didn't have a major back injury he quite easily could've been the #1 pick.. I've always said it would be a huge shame if he never gets healthy because I think he is super talented. I've said I think he would've been a multiple time all-star easily, he has every tool to be. Great to see the Nuggets starting him, I saw that the other day and was excited to see if it continued, and it did today. To me, he just has "it". Like I thought with Doncic, and Zion.

[GimmeThat]

I get the idea of a bigger Larry Nance Jr. is exciting, but he won't be getting the minutes without defensive footowork

[LoneyROY7]

Been on the MPJ train since his senior high days. Dude is a monster in the making.

Will be the best player and leader of the Nuggets within a few years.

[GreatHILL]

Been on the MPJ train since his senior high days. Dude is a monster in the making.

Will be the best player and leader of the Nuggets within a few years.

he is a better player than westbrook and harden thats for sure.

[nayte]

Nah not buying it

[bobopenguin]

Give him less than 2 years IMO.. Doncic is solid but has no more ceiling... Zion has ceiling but already has Fat/injury issues..

The former HS POTY MPJ is finally healthy and getting his chance to start...

Anyone dare going against the current and agree with me?? Or are you guys all sheep??

if doncic's ceiling is 28.9/ 9.3/8.8 at 20yrs old , then porter better work his @ss off to get there.

[Dr Hawk]

Zion yes, because he won't be able to play with how fat he is.

Better than Doncic, never ever.

[Manny98]

Hot take OP but I have to agree :applause:

[ArbitraryWater]

#1 player in high school senior year (but the OP is obviously wrong)

[FireDavidKahn]

Doncic is "solid" and has no more "ceiling"?

Good god the takes people have.

[imdaman99]

he is a better player than westbrook and harden thats for sure.

Is he better than traffic cone Booker doe?

[raiderfan19]

Give him less than 2 years IMO.. Doncic is solid but has no more ceiling... Zion has ceiling but already has Fat/injury issues..

The former HS POTY MPJ is finally healthy and getting his chance to start...

Anyone dare going against the current and agree with me?? Or are you guys all sheep??

I mean are lukas numbers likely to get just a ton better? probably not, because they are already all time great numbers, but luka definitely has a higher ceiling than hes already shown(he just turned 21 of course he hasnt reached his ceiling) and what he is now, is already better than porter's ceiling because of his ability to initiate an offense something porter has never shown at any level.

[imdaman99]

I'm high on Porter Jr, but I dunno if his ceiling is higher than either of them 2. If all stay injury free than it's a good future for the NBA, that's all I know. Should have some good rivalries.

[imdaman99]

Finished with 37 on 12-16 shooting. 12 boards. A steal And a block

+25 in 44 minutes

Not too shabby

:biggums: those are video game numbers.

[r0drig0lac]

agree

[NugzFan]

Hypothetically speaking if mpj was 100% healthy coming out of college in 2018, how do you think the lottery would have gone?

Does Phoenix take him #1?
Or #2 to kings?
Where does he land?

And if so how would the rest of the lottery shake out?

2018 lottery
1) Ayton (Phoenix)
2) Bagley (Kings)
3) doncic (Dallas)
4) jjj (Memphis)
5) young (Atlanta)
6) bamba (Magic)
7) WCJ (Bulls)
8) Sexton (cavs)
9) Knox (Knicks)
10) Mikal bridges (suns)
11) SGA (Lac)
12) miles bridges (Charlotte)
13) Robinson (lac)
14) MPJ (denver)

[Clippersfan86]

Not even close to true. That being said I'm still furious at the Clippers passing up MPJ to get Robinson, whom they traded a year later. MPJ was the consensus pick at 13 to us, and we passed on him due to his back. I get the risk, but not factoring injuries he had top 3 pick talent. You HAVE to take a risk there.

[LoneyROY7]

Hypothetically speaking if mpj was 100% healthy coming out of college in 2018, how do you think the lottery would have gone?

Does Phoenix take him #1?
Or #2 to kings?
Where does he land?

And if so how would the rest of the lottery shake out?

2018 lottery
1) Ayton (Phoenix)
2) Bagley (Kings)
3) doncic (Dallas)
4) jjj (Memphis)
5) young (Atlanta)
6) bamba (Magic)
7) WCJ (Bulls)
8) Sexton (cavs)
9) Knox (Knicks)
10) Mikal bridges (suns)
11) SGA (Lac)
12) miles bridges (Charlotte)
13) Robinson (lac)
14) MPJ (denver)

He would've gone #1 for sure.

[NugzFan]

He would've gone #1 for sure.

lets assume he does...

then who does sacramento take at 2? still bagley? do they take ayton?

assuming dallas still takes doncic at 3 does memphis then take bagley or ayton? or do they still go with JJJ?

[LoneyROY7]

lets assume he does...

then who does sacramento take at 2? still bagley? do they take ayton?

assuming dallas still takes doncic at 3 does memphis then take bagley or ayton? or do they still go with JJJ?

Bagley drops. Sac would take Ayton.

[Akeem34TheDream]

Hypothetically speaking if mpj was 100% healthy coming out of college in 2018, how do you think the lottery would have gone?

Does Phoenix take him #1?
Or #2 to kings?
Where does he land?

And if so how would the rest of the lottery shake out?

2018 lottery
1) Ayton (Phoenix)
2) Bagley (Kings)
3) doncic (Dallas)
4) jjj (Memphis)
5) young (Atlanta)
6) bamba (Magic)
7) WCJ (Bulls)
8) Sexton (cavs)
9) Knox (Knicks)
10) Mikal bridges (suns)
11) SGA (Lac)
12) miles bridges (Charlotte)
13) Robinson (lac)
14) MPJ (denver)

I think Suns draft Ayton anyway. He played at Arizona in college so that was one of their reasons choosing Ayton over Doncic.

[NugzFan]

I think Suns draft Ayton anyway. He played at Arizona in college so that was one of their reasons choosing Ayton over Doncic.

so does sacramento take MPJ then? or does he fall to memphis, atlanta, orlando, etc...

[Lion's pride]

I get the idea of a bigger Larry Nance Jr. is exciting, but he won't be getting the minutes without defensive footowork

LOL... the only thing he has in common with Nance is height and skin tone.. speaking of defense... MPJ > Fat Zion and Luka.. and it's not because MPJ is good on defense.. but..

[Lion's pride]

if doncic's ceiling is 28.9/ 9.3/8.8 at 20yrs old , then porter better work his @ss off to get there.

Doncic is way ahead of MPJ in opportunity.. give it some time for MPJ.. BTW Doncic numbers are more a product of his extremely high usage rate...

[AirTupac]

Doncic is way ahead of MPJ in opportunity.. give it some time for MPJ.. BTW Doncic numbers are more a product of his extremely high usage rate...

You sound stupid as fvck. Holy ****

[NugzFan]

You sound stupid as fvck. Holy ****

https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn%3AANd9GcSAM8Paauxknu6oR_1d6lkSyKnn7oT B3w_sMg&usqp=CAU

[fourkicks44]

I'm not hating but technically OP is saying MPjr is going to be an All-Star starter in 2 years?

To me that is not very likely.

[Marchesk]

So when is MPJr joining the 30/20/10 club?

[NugzFan]

So when is MPJr joining the 30/20/10 club?

would be cool to have teammates both on that list.
hopefully soon

[Lion's pride]

I'm not hating but technically OP is saying MPjr is going to be an All-Star starter in 2 years?

To me that is not very likely.

Stranger shet has happened.. Meanwhile, I will pump this thread back up in a year or 2... Less of course I was wrong !!:eek:

[ncrizzle]

He has shown flashes. But back's dont tend to get better. I assume he is going to have problems going forward.

signed,
Someone with multiple cervical/lumbar disc issues

[Sportal]

Hypothetically speaking if mpj was 100% healthy coming out of college in 2018, how do you think the lottery would have gone?

Does Phoenix take him #1?
Or #2 to kings?
Where does he land?

And if so how would the rest of the lottery shake out?

2018 lottery
1) Ayton (Phoenix)
2) Bagley (Kings)
3) doncic (Dallas)
4) jjj (Memphis)
5) young (Atlanta)
6) bamba (Magic)
7) WCJ (Bulls)
8) Sexton (cavs)
9) Knox (Knicks)
10) Mikal bridges (suns)
11) SGA (Lac)
12) miles bridges (Charlotte)
13) Robinson (lac)
14) MPJ (denver)

If he continued the hype, the whole Durant comparisons, and absolutely slayed out at college level which I believed he would have... He would have been the #1 option at Missouri quite easily... You could have assumed he'd have had at least 25/8... Does Phoenix risk 2007 repeating itself? Is Ayton more dominant than Oden was? I would say no... When the league is still quite superstar forward heavy... Who's not excited about a tandem of Booker and the next KD? The Mavs always take Doncic, Kings get Ayton... I'd say Bagley falls to 4th at the very least, maybe even 6th. Everyone after 6th has kinda been irrelevant, Shae-Gilgeous has been good.

[Lion's pride]

So when is MPJr joining the 30/20/10 club?

Using this brainiac logic, Ty Warren and his 53 > Luka zDoncic

[ImKobe]

Using this brainiac logic, Ty Warren and his 53 > Luka zDoncic

Doncic has had way better games than the 53 one lol.


He has shown flashes. But back's dont tend to get better. I assume he is going to have problems going forward.

signed,
Someone with multiple cervical/lumbar disc issues

Yeah, the back sure doesn't get any better. T-Mac had back issues too and that ultimately was why his prime got cut short.

[NuggetsFan]

I seriously doubt he will. He has lots of potential, superstar potential even, but Doncic specifically will be winning multiple MVP’s probably.

Just happy to see him look healthy out there moving around.

[Lion's pride]

Doncic has had way better games than the 53 one lol.



Yeah, the back sure doesn't get any better. T-Mac had back issues too and that ultimately was why his prime got cut short.

Can we remember when comparing doncic and MPG that MPG is just now starting after missing so much time period I would hope and expect doncic had better games since hes been starting for 2 years straight

[Lion's pride]

An excuse my many typos Sht is getting ridiculous

[DoctorP]

Porter is not even Tyler Herro at this point.

[Lion's pride]

Another thing about Doncic and his potential MVP down the road.. The NBA is a business and They want and need super Stars to promote. Luca is already receiving the special treatment from the referees, that and his usage rate all off the charts, we may very well get MVP, but doesn't make an necessarily better.. Perfect example is Kchobe Bryant and shaq have won 1 mvp each, while high while high usage Steve nash won 2

[KD7]

My man has 10 points already vs the Spurs 3/3

He's already better than Ingram

[Sportal]

Porter is not even Tyler Herro at this point.

:/

[D-Wait]

Looked pretty good tonight with 30 points vs. Spurs.

[HBK_Kliq_2]

Nuggets big 3 of Jokic/Murray/Porter they are probably the best non LA team in the west. Porter has played like an all-star in the bubble.

[Lion's pride]

Looked pretty good tonight with 30 points vs. Spurs.

You beat me to it... last 2 starts averaging 34 points on good FG %..

again this thread is more like who between Zion and Doncic will be coming in 2nd and 3rd place in 2 years.. :D

[tontoz]

Hype thread with no highlights = FAIL. OP needs to step up his game.

vs Spurs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRUnHIGd0tw

I like the form on his 3s. I remember when he was drafted they said he had top 5 talent.

[Lion's pride]

Hype thread with no highlights = FAIL. OP needs to step up his game.

vs Spurs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GRUnHIGd0tw

I like the form on his 3s. I remember when he was drafted they said he had top 5 talent.

You can be my robin to my Batman.. Good job back me up

[FreezingTsmoove]

You would think a guy who shot better than Trae Young in high school would go higher than 14 in the draft

[LoneyROY7]

What a beast.

Denver looking scarier with him in the starting line-up.

[insidehoops]

Michael Porter Jr. lately:

37 points (12/16 FG) and 12 rebounds in Monday's win vs Thunder.

30 points (11/19 FG) and 15 rebounds in today's win vs Spurs.

[Lion's pride]

OK some posters got bent out of shape when I said MPJ > Doncic and/or Zion.. Which I still truly believe.. But after only 2 games starting (which is a ridiculously small sample size) I see enough "potential" that there can't be possibly anyone who wouldn't take MPJ over Ingram.... Ingram looks so "peaked already" and suffers from such massive inconsistencies.. While Porter is looking like the Star his "potential' was said to be before the injuries..

Anyone disagree???

[Lion's pride]

What a beast.

Denver looking scarier with him in the starting line-up.

follow my lead gentlemen.. I will take you to the promise land:cheers:

[Roundball_Rock]

The X, or "dark horse" factor for Denver in the PO?

[NugzFan]

OK some posters got bent out of shape when I said MPJ > Doncic and/or Zion.. Which I still truly believe.. But after only 2 games starting (which is a ridiculously small sample size) I see enough "potential" that there can't be possibly anyone who wouldn't take MPJ over Ingram.... Ingram looks so "peaked already" and suffers from such massive inconsistencies.. While Porter is looking like the Star his "potential' was said to be before the injuries..

Anyone disagree???

:cheers:

[jbryan1984]

I said when Denver drafted him, that was a gamble with such a huge upside. The bad teams didn't wanna risk him but a good team like Denver had nothing to lose, didn't really need him if he ended up being good. He will fit in nicely with that group.

[MrFonzworth]

Pull them strings Brand.

[Gougou]

Not Lukas, but better than Zion there is a possibility tho, he shoots better and can score at many areas.

[Sportal]

Nuggets big 3 of Jokic/Murray/Porter they are probably the best non LA team in the west. Porter has played like an all-star in the bubble.

Dark horse feels....

[ImKobe]

Recency bias. MPJ has two 30/10 games and people lose their minds. While it's great that he's finally healthy, we should give him some time before saying he's better than every other young player in the league. He's at 8 ppg for the season.

[LoneyROY7]

MPJ is much more talented with a significantly higher ceiling.

The results will speak for themselves going forward.

[NugzFan]

Pull them strings Brand.

Huh?

[jayfan]

It took injury to Barton/Harris. In the weeks prior to the shutdown, Porter was getting 5 mins per game.

What happens when they return?

[tontoz]

Huh?


Translation, he wants Philly to trade for Porter.

[StrongLurk]

I will admit that I have been a big doubter of MPJ, although this is mostly centered around the idea that I don't think he will stay healthy long term. I've got "Greg Oden" vibes from him.

However, his play this year has been nice, had some big games. Would be great for the Nuggets if he can stay healthy.

[tontoz]

Two 30 point games will put him on other teams scouting reports. It will be interesting to see how he does going forward when other teams are focusing on him more.

[NugzFan]

Translation, he wants Philly to trade for Porter.

really? do fans actually think like this?

*luka has a nice game*

"comeon tim connelley! do you thing!"

[tontoz]

really? do fans actually think like this?

*luka has a nice game*

"comeon tim connelley! do you thing!"

I am sure he was half joking, just trying to compliment Porter.

[Proctor]

Pull them strings Brand.

Yes. Everyone can be bought. Get it done Brand.

What is Denver's price?

[ImKobe]

Yes. Everyone can be bought. Get it done Brand.

What is Denver's price?

Didn't Denver trade multiple pieces just to force MPJ into the rotation?

[NugzFan]

I am sure he was half joking, just trying to compliment Porter.

ah thats probably true...

[NugzFan]

Yes. Everyone can be bought. Get it done Brand.

What is Denver's price?

denver doenst need embiid. i assume simmons is off the table.

what else does philly have? tobias harris, thybulle, milton, horford, richardson, zhaire smith...

harris's contract is way too big I believe (mpj still on rookie contract) and Id assume denver doesnt want/need horford...so not sure what phillys offer could be?

[NugzFan]

Didn't Denver trade multiple pieces just to force MPJ into the rotation?

mostly injuries gave MPJ this opportunity. our starting PG/SG/SF are out

[rawimpact]

Bubble Boy Wonder

[imdaman99]

https://i.imgflip.com/4amjni.jpg

[tpols]

watching his highlights from the two 30 point games, he hit a lot of 3's, got some nice putback boards, and had 2 or 3 back door cuts where he got layups or dunks. his game isn't flashy but extremely effective. havent seen any iso game yet.

[tontoz]

watching his highlights from the two 30 point games, he hit a lot of 3's, got some nice putback boards, and had 2 or 3 back door cuts where he got layups or dunks. his game isn't flashy but extremely effective. havent seen any iso game yet.


An effective off ball game works well with Jokic.

[Lion's pride]

Dang.... ISH flexing his muscles and closed my threads so he can get credit 2 years for my Nostradamus predictions!!!

[tontoz]

Dang.... ISH flexing his muscles and closed my threads so he can get credit 2 years for my Nostradamus predictions!!!

Mods frequently combine threads about the same topic. Nothing personal.

[Lion's pride]

Mods frequently combine threads about the same topic. Nothing personal.

Really ?? Can he combine any of the what, 250 Lebron threads created this week and leave my shet alone.. Just kidding!!! or am I :(

[Lion's pride]

Another very solid performance for MPJ, with No Jokic for the 4th and missing 3 starters LOL..

Since the boss man erased my thread title, let me say it again.. IN 2 YEARS MPJ > ZION AND DONCIC

Maybe by years end :bowdown:

[tontoz]

DVR'd this game. Just got done watching the OKC game i don't know how Denver pulled that out.

MPJ looks mobile enough to spend time at the 3 which will make it easier to find minutes for him when everyone healthy. Isn't Milsap a free agent?

Hope this kid can stay healthy because he clearly has serious game.

[Lion's pride]

I am not even a Denver fan, but Bol Bol up next!!

[Sportal]

It's great for the NBA and for Denver, I'm stoked he's healthy. We're at a point where we've got a couple of league stars who people really hope never get injured... MPJ(back), Zion(explosive), Doncic(supremely talented) could be a great decade.

[LoneyROY7]

MPJ with another 27 and 12.

Dude's 3pt shot is lethal. Pulling-up right in defenders' faces.

With his athleticism and being 6'10. Scary.

[SamuraiSWISH]

I always thought he was going to be an amazing prospect before that crippling back injury. Probably would've been a number 1 pick. I honestly saw and see more upside in him than Zion, and Ja Morant.

[fsvr54]

This dude is special, I'm on the bandwagon.

[tontoz]

Highlights vs Blazers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lAL-725e0Ko

Hit some 3s off the dribble. Showed good off ball movement, a nice midrange j and lefty finish inside.

[Lebron23]

I always thought he was going to be an amazing prospect before that crippling back injury. Probably would've been a number 1 pick. I honestly saw and see more upside in him than Zion, and Ja Morant.

He got that talent. I can see him signing with the Chicago Bulls once he becomes a free agent.

[NugzFan]

He got that talent. I can see him signing with the Chicago Bulls once he becomes a free agent.

why would he do that? :confusedshrug:

[Lion's pride]

He got that talent. I can see him signing with the Chicago Bulls once he becomes a free agent.

Jokic is and will be MPJ's perfect teammate.. Great player who passes the SHET out of the ball. MPJ can't get that combination anywhere else..

[insight]

Jokic is and will be MPJ's perfect teammate.. Great player who passes the SHET out of the ball. MPJ can't get that combination anywhere else..
He played AAU Ball with Trae Young, there is another level to Porters game when he is paired with a dynamic point guard.