Michael Porter Injury News & Updates

Porter chipped in 35 points (14-23 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 33 minutes during Saturday's 119-101 victory over New Orleans.

The 27-year-old forward led all scorers in the contest and appeared to be 100 percent after sitting out the Nets' last game Thursday on the second night of a back-to-back for maintenance purposes on his back. Porter has topped 30 points in the first three games he's played in December, averaging 34.3 points, 8.7 boards, 5.7 threes, 4.0 assists and 2.0 steals to begin the month.

Porter (back) is not listed on the injury report ahead of Saturday's matchup with the Pelicans, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Porter sat out Thursday's loss to the Jazz with that game coming as the second leg of a back-to-back set, but he'll be back in action with his usual minutes Saturday night. Porter's return will likely result in Tyrese Martin or Terance Mann heading back to the second unit.

Porter (back) won't play Thursday against the Jazz, Erik Slater of ClutchPoints.com reports.

The Nets are calling this injury management, so this is essentially a maintenance day on the second leg of this back-to-back set. During Wednesday's win over the Bulls, Porter had 33 points (10-20 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals in 34 minutes. Noah Clowney could see a usage rate bump Thursday, and players like Jalen Wilson and Ziaire Williams could be more involved.

Porter registered 33 points (10-20 FG, 5-12 3Pt, 8-10 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 113-103 win over the Bulls.

Porter continues to lead by example in Brooklyn with yet another offensive explosion -- this was his seventh game of the campaign with at least 30 points. Across 18 appearances this season, Porter holds averages of 25.4 points, 7.5 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 0.9 steals and 3.4 three-pointers.

Porter posted 35 points (13-24 FG, 7-11 3Pt, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and two steals across 36 minutes in Monday's 116-103 win over the Hornets.

After missing the Nets' last two games due to back tightness, Porter led all players in scoring with a season-best 35 points. The 27-year-old forward also caught fire from beyond the arc, leading Brooklyn to its first home win by knocking down a season-high seven triples. He was also impactful on the defensive end, tallying multiple steals for the third time on the campaign. Porter has been a machine on the offensive end so far this season, and he has scored at least 20 points in 10 of his last 11 appearances.

Porter (back) has been upgraded to available for Monday's game against the Hornets, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Porter is set to return from a two-game absence Monday. With this news, Ziaire Williams will likely shift back to the bench. Porter has been on fire this season with averages of 24.3 points, 7.4 rebounds, 3.0 assists and 3.1 three-pointers through 16 outings.

Porter (back) is probable for Monday's game against the Hornets, Meghan Triplett of YES Network reports.

Porter is likely to return from a two-game absence due to back tightness. If the sharpshooter is cleared to play, Ziaire Williams should move back to the bench. Over his last five outings, Porter has averaged 26.6 points, 6.6 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 33.0 minutes per contest.

Porter (back) remains sidelined for Saturday's contest against the Bucks, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Porter will miss a second straight game due to back tightness, presumably allowing Ziaire Williams to draw another start. Porter's next chance to play arrives Monday against the Hornets.

Porter is out for Friday's game against the 76ers due to low back tightness, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Porter will miss a game for the first time since Nov. 3, and the Nets are hoping the back tightness doesn't become a more complicated injury. His next chance to play will come Saturday on the second leg of a back-to-back set against the Bucks, but losing Porter is a huge blow for the Nets -- even if it's just for one game. The star forward is averaging 25.5 points, 7.9 rebounds and 2.9 assists per game since the beginning of November.

Porter tallied 25 points (9-18 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal over 32 minutes during Brooklyn's 119-109 loss to Toronto on Sunday.

It was another productive outing for Porter, who led the Nets starters in points and finished second on the team in scoring behind Tyrese Martin (26). Now operating as the No. 1 option on offense, Porter is enjoying a career-best start to the season and has scored at least 21 points in each of his last nine games. Over that span, he has averaged 27.4 points on 50.3 percent shooting (including 41.0 percent from three on 8.7 3PA/G), 7.3 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 0.9 steals over 33.6 minutes per game.

Porter logged 33 points (13-21 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), eight rebounds and two assists in 37 minutes during Friday's 113-105 win over the Celtics.

Porter has been red hot over the past three games, posting averages of 30.7 points on 58.2 percent shooting from the floor and 85 percent at the stripe to go with 7.7 rebounds, 3.7 assists, 3.7 triples and 1.0 steal a night. He'll look to keep his hot streak going Sunday in Toronto.

Porter finished Tuesday's 113-99 loss to the Celtics with 25 points (8-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds, two assists and three steals in 34 minutes.

The Nets are just 2-12 on the season, but Porter has been a huge bright spot for the team. Through 13 appearances, the forward is averaging 24.2 points, 7.7 rebounds, 3.2 assists, 0.8 steals and 3.2 three-pointers while shooting 47.4 percent from the field and 86.7 percent from the line. He'll continue to see a bump in usage with Cam Thomas (hamstring) on the shelf indefinitely.

Porter notched 34 points (11-18 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 9-10 FT), nine rebounds and seven assists across 34 minutes during Sunday's 129-106 win over Washington.

Porter found success on the offensive end Sunday, leading his team in scoring and managing to reach the 30-point threshold for the fourth time in 12 games so far this season. He's been an unstoppable force as a scorer lately, averaging 27.3 points while knocking down 48.2 percent of his field-goal attempts over his previous six appearances.

Porter generated 24 points (10-23 FG, 3-11 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 11 rebounds, seven assists and one steal over 36 minutes of Friday's 105-98 loss to Orlando.

Six of Porter's assists came in the first quarter -- matching his previous career high -- and his seventh came with over seven minutes left in the second period. The 27-year-old paced Brooklyn in points, rebounds and assists. Porter notched his third double-double of the campaign, and his 23 field goal attempts tied a season high. In 11 games this season, Porter is averaging 23.2 points, 7.7 rebounds and 3.0 assists on 46/35/84 shooting splits.

Porter posted 21 points (5-14 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 10-10 FT), six rebounds and three assists over 36 minutes during the Nets' 119-109 loss to the Raptors on Tuesday.

It was an inefficient outing for Porter, but he ended tying Nic Claxton for a team-high 21 points thanks to the former's 10 made free throws. Porter has scored at least 20 points in four of his last five games, and over that span he has averaged 24.6 points, 8.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 0.8 steals over 32.0 minutes per game on 42.4 percent shooting.

Porter ended Sunday's 134-98 loss to New York with 25 points (9-18 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds and one steal across 26 minutes.

Porter paced the Brooklyn offensive attack with his strong shooting performance, though it didn't impact the final outcome much. He's now drilled four or more triples in four of his last five appearances, averaging 26.8 points during this hot stretch.

Porter racked up 32 points (10-20 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 8-11 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists, one steal and five turnovers across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 112-103 win over the Pacers.

While Porter had a rough game in the season-opener, he's been on fire ever since, and has now double-doubled in back-to-back games. He should light it up in Brooklyn this season, but his late-season availability remains a concern with the Nets opening the year with a record of 1-7.

Porter (personal) isn't listed on Brooklyn's injury report for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.

Porter was a late scratch ahead of Monday's home loss to Minnesota due to personal reasons, but the sharpshooter will be back in action Wednesday. He's averaged 20.8 points, 8.0 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 31.8 minutes per game over his first six appearances as a Net. However, he's scored 30-plus points twice and below 20 points four times.

Porter (personal) will not suit up for Monday's matchup with Minnesota, Sharif Phillips-Keaton of USA Today reports.

It's unclear exactly what Porter is dealing with at the moment, but for now, he should be considered questionable for Wednesday's game in Indiana. With Porter on the inactive list Monday night, Cam Thomas might set a new NBA record for shot attempts and there will be more minutes available for Noah Clowney and Ziaire Williams.

Porter registered 17 points (7-23 FG, 1-12 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 17 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 31 minutes during Sunday's 129-105 loss to the 76ers.

Porter had one of his worst offensive showings on the young season, but it didn't stop him from hoisting up attempts. Despite a tough night shooting the basketball, the Missouri product set a season high in rebounds, cruising to his first double-double in six games this year.

Porter finished with 32 points (12-20 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one block in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 117-112 loss to Atlanta.

Porter continued his strong start to the season, tallying a season-high 32 points. The Nets have been woeful to this point, with Porter really the only bright spot. Through his first five games as a Nets player, he has averaged 21.8 points, 6.2 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 3.2 three-pointers.

Porter supplied 16 points (5-14 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, four assists and two steals over 38 minutes during Sunday's 118-107 loss to San Antonio.

It wasn't Porter's night on the offensive end, firing up 14 attempts from the field only to reach 16 total points. He was slightly more effective from beyond the arc, where he's done a good deal of damage so far this season. Porter is now 10-for-25 from downtown through three games to kick off the 2025-26 campaign.

Porter closed Friday's 131-124 loss to Cleveland with 31 points (13-22 FG, 5-10 3Pt), eight rebounds, three assists and one steal over 36 minutes.

Porter appeared to settle in during Friday's matchup, finishing the game second on his team in scoring behind Cam Thomas' 33-point showing. Porter had a tough start to his tenure with the Nets on Wednesday, going 5-for-15 from the field in 25 minutes, but he showcased his shooting ability Friday, particularly from beyond the arc. The Missouri product connected on just under 40.0 percent of his tries from deep over 77 regular-season appearances a season ago with the Nuggets, so he certainly has the ability to continue this type of production with Brooklyn throughout the course of the 2025-26 campaign.

Porter was held to 12 points (5-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), four rebounds and five assists over 25 minutes during Wednesday's 136-117 season-opening loss to the Hornets.

Porter is one of the best catch-and-shoot players on this Nets team by a wide margin, although with Brooklyn lacking a true playmaker, it could be tough for him to truly utilize his shot-making abilities. He'll get plenty of opportunities as one of the better offensive players on this team, but since opposing teams will be able to zero in on him, he'll likely struggle from an efficiency standpoint.

Porter double-doubled over 33 minutes Friday with 34 points (12-20 FG, 6-11 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 10 rebounds, three assists and four turnovers in a 119-114 preseason loss to Toronto.

Porter was supposedly feeling under the weather coming into this one, but that clearly didn't impact him while he was on the court. He's going to get all the shots he can handle as one of the primary offensive options in Brooklyn, so he could be in for a career year as he enters his age-27 season.

Porter (illness) will play in Friday's preseason game against Toronto.

Head coach Jordi Fernandez said pregame that Porter "isn't feeling good," but he'll suit up in the team's preseason finale. The 27-year-old forward is expected to serve as one of Brooklyn's top offensive options in the 2025-26 campaign.

Head coach Jordi Fernandez said Porter (illness) "isn't feeling good" ahead of Friday's preseason game against the Raptors, and he'll go through his pregame warmups before a final decision is made on his availability, Brian Lewis of the New York Post reports.

Porter is expected to be a game-time decision ahead of Friday's tipoff at 7:00 p.m. ET. If the forward is unable to suit up, Noah Clowney and Danny Wolf are candidates for an uptick in playing time in the team's preseason finale.

Porter delivered 15 points (6-11 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT) while adding four rebounds and two steals over 24 minutes in Sunday's 111-109 preseason win over the Suns in Macao.

The former Nugget continues to adapt well to his new system and teammates. Porter could be in line for career-best numbers in Brooklyn as one of the main pieces in an offense that isn't dominated by Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, after he produced 18.2 points, 7.0 boards, 2.5 threes and 2.1 assists over 77 regular-season games last season.

Porter posted 13 points (5-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-3 FT), five rebounds, four assists and a steal across 17 minutes in Saturday's preseason win over Hapoel Jerusalem BC.

Porter made the most of his 17 minutes on the court in this preseason win, showing an efficient touch with his shot and putting up solid numbers in other categories. Porter figures to be a key player for the Nets in 2025-26, and if he stays healthy, he should be one of the team's go-to options on offense.

The Nuggets traded Porter and a first-round pick to the Nets for Cameron Johnson on Monday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Porter appeared in 77 regular season games in 2024-25, averaging 18.2 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.1 assists over 33.7 minutes. However, he struggled during the 2025 playoffs, and the Nuggets opted to ship him to Brooklyn in exchange for Johnson. While the move certainly decreases Porter's chances at making the postseason, there should be plenty of shots for the 27-year-old on a rebuilding Nets roster. He'll immediately slot into the starting small forward spot for Brooklyn.

Porter ended Sunday's 126-111 win over the Rockets with 19 points (8-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt), seven rebounds and two blocks in 29 minutes.

Porter logged a solid number against the Rockets, who pulled most of their starters in the season closer. Porter connected on 67 percent of his shots in the decisive win, which solidified the Nuggets' position as the fourth seed in the Western Conference playoff bracket. Porter finished the season with career-best averages in several categories with 18.1 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.2 assists over 76 games.

Porter racked up 21 points (7-14 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal across 35 minutes during Wednesday's 124-116 victory over the Kings.

The 26-year-old wing remains a key source of secondary offense for the Nuggets behind Nikola Jokic. Porter has scored in double digits in 22 straight appearances dating back to Feb. 22, and he's scored at least 20 points in six of his last 11 outings, averaging 18.6 points, 7.2 boards, 2.7 assists, 2.7 threes, 1.1 steals and 0.7 blocks during that time.

Porter racked up 23 points (9-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds, two assists and one block in 41 minutes during Friday's 118-104 loss to the Warriors.

Porter returned to the team aftera two-game absence and came painfully close to his 16th double-double of the season.. Porter will hope to keep things moving after an excellent March, averaging 16.6 points, 7.5 rebounds and 2.2 assists over 15 games.

Porter (personal) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Warriors.

Porter has missed the last two games for the Nuggets for personal reasons but will play Friday on the road against the Warriors. The veteran scorer has played well for Denver this season, averaging 18.2 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game, shooting 50.4 percent from the floor and 39.8 percent from beyond the arc.

Porter (personal) is out for Wednesday's game against the Spurs, Brendan Vogt of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter will miss a second straight game due to personal reasons, but it seems like an scheduled rest day for the starters, as other regulars such as Jamal Murray (hamstring), Nikola Jokic (ankle), Aaron Gordon (calf) and Christian Braun (foot) will also sit Wednesday's contest. This means head coach Michael Malone will likely look to Peyton Watson (knee), Hunter Tyson and Spencer Jones to see more minutes.

Porter (personal) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Porter might miss a second straight game Wednesday due to personal reasons. Denver may be very shorthanded for this game against San Antonio, with several notable players listed as questionable, like Nikola Jokic (ankle), Aaron Gordon (calf), Jamal Murray (hamstring), Peyton Watson (knee) and Christian Braun (foot). If Porter is ruled out, head coach Michael Malone will likely look to Hunter Tyson and Spencer Jones to shoulder the load, especially if Braun and Watson are also ruled out.

Porter (personal) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter was a late addition to the injury report before being ruled out due to personal reasons. His next opportunity to feature will come Wednesday against the Spurs. Peyton Watson, Hunter Tyson and Spencer Jones are candidates for a bump in minutes due to Porter being sidelined.

Porter (personal) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.

Porter was a late addition to the injury report Tuesday due to personal reasons. If the 26-year-old forward is sidelined against Minnesota, Peyton Watson and Hunter Tyson are candidates for an uptick in playing time.

Porter notched 20 points (7-10 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, four assists and four blocks in 31 minutes during Friday's 129-93 victory over Utah.

The 26-year-old forward supplied at least 20 points for the second straight contest as Porter extended his streak of games with double-digit points to 19. He's been more floor than ceiling during that run, averaging 16.9 points, 7.9 boards, 2.3 threes, 2.2 assists and 1.3 combined steals and blocks while providing a reliable complement to Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray (hamstring) when the Nuggets are at full strength.

Porter (back) is available for Friday's game against the Jazz.

As expected, Porter will shed a probable designation and play through a back strain against Utah. The veteran sharpshooter should be able to handle his usual workload, provided Friday's contest remains competitive. Porter has averaged 16.4 points, 7.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.1 three-pointers in 35.2 minutes per game over 14 contests this month.

Porter (back) is listed as probable for Friday's game against Utah.

Porter was added to the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Bucks due to a low back strain, but he managed to play and finished with 23 points, 10 rebounds, four assists and three steals over 34 minutes. He should be able to play, but in case he can't, there would be more minutes available for Russell Westbrook, Jalen Pickett and Hunter Tyson. Porter has averaged 16.4 points, 7.7 rebounds, 2.1 assists and 1.0 steals over 35.2 minutes per game since the beginning of March.

Porter ended Wednesday's 127-117 victory over the Bucks with 23 points (7-9 FG, 6-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and three steals across 34 minutes.

The Nuggets labeled Porter as questionable before Wednesday's contest due to a lower back strain. However, the 26-year-old forward clarified postgame that the injury is actually to his hamstring, Brendan Vogt of TheDNVR.com reports. The issue didn't keep Porter from snapping out of his three-point shooting slump. He entered Wednesday's contest shooting 27.1 percent from distance over his last eight appearances and hadn't made more than three in a game since Feb. 28. He also notched his 15th double-double of the campaign.

Porter (back) has been cleared to play in Wednesday's game against the Bucks.

Porter will join Nikola Jokic, Christian Braun and Aaron Gordon as notable players cleared to play for the Nuggets on Wednesday. Porter is averaging 18.1 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.1 assists per game, shooting 49.9 percent from the floor and 38.9 percent from beyond the arc.

Porter is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Bucks with a lower back strain.

Porter was a late addition to the injury report which is usually a bad sign. Meanwhile, Aaron Gordon (injury maintenance) remains questionable, and Nikola Jokic (ankle) is now questionable as well. If Porter is held out Wednesday, Peyton Watson is likely to absorb a handful of minutes for Denver.

Porter amassed 16 points (7-18 FG, 1-10 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 35 minutes during Monday's 129-119 loss to the Bulls.

Considering the Nuggets have been without Nikola Jokic (ankle) for a while, Porter has had a pretty underwhelming month by his standards. Across 13 March appearances, Porter is shooting 44.6 percent from the field and 28.7 percent from beyond the arc with averages of 15.8 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.9 assists and 1.8 three-pointers.

Porter racked up 21 points (7-18 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists and two steals across 41 minutes during Monday's 114-105 victory over the Warriors.

Porter logged a second consecutive double-double after posting a 20/11 line against the Wizards on Saturday. Although he's had some rocky totals, Porter is enjoying a fairly productive March, averaging 16.0 points, 8.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists with four double-doubles over the past nine games.

Porter contributed 24 points (10-19 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 15 rebounds and one block in 38 minutes during Sunday's 127-103 loss to Oklahoma City.

Porter put together one of his best outings of the season Sunday, leading all Nuggets in rebounds while posting a team-high-tying scoring total in an impressive double-double performance. Porter set a new season high in rebounds, hauling in 10 or more boards on 13 occasions. He has finished with a double-double in all but one of those 13 contests.

Porter produced 28 points (10-15 FG, 6-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), nine rebounds and one assist over 38 minutes during Friday's 134-119 win over the Pistons.

Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray turned heads during Friday's win, but Porter's effort can't be overlooked -- he barely missed from the field and finished just one rebound shy of a double-double. This is a huge bounce-back effort for the forward, who was shooting a mere 33.3 percent from the floor in his previous four games since the league resumed following the All-Star break.

Porter tallied 12 points (5-22 FG, 2-11 3Pt), 10 rebounds, three assists and one steal over 35 minutes in Thursday's 121-112 loss to Milwaukee.

Porter contributed offensively and on the boards in Thursday's contest despite struggling shooting the ball from the field, finishing as one of three Nuggets with a double-digit rebound total en route to a double-double performance. Porter has reached double figures in rebounds in 11 contests, posting a double-double in 10 of those outings.

Porter closed with 19 points (9-16 FG, 1-4 3Pt), 11 rebounds and three assists over 33 minutes during Monday's 125-116 victory over Indiana.

The sharpshooter posted his ninth double-double of the season Monday, finishing as the club's second-leading scorer behind Aaron Gordon (25 points). However, Porter did struggle from three-point range against Indiana, and in three outings since the All-Star break, he has shot only 2-for-11 from downtown. The 26-year-old is on pace to shoot 41.0 percent from outside this season, which would mark his fourth season shooting more than 40 percent from beyond the arc across his six-year career.

Porter registered six points (2-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds and three assists in 29 minutes during Thursday's 129-115 win over the Hornets.

Porter returned to action Thursday after missing Denver's previous three contests due to a strained left hamstring. The 26-year-old forward struggled from the field against Charlotte, failing to record double-digit points in just his fifth outing in 2024-25. Still, Porter is posting 51.8/41.4/74.6 shooting splits for the season.

Head coach Michael Malone said that Porter (hamstring) is available and won't face a minutes restriction during Thursday's game against Charlotte, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

Porter will snap a three-game absence streak Thursday due to a left hamstring strain. The 26-year-old has been spectacular in his last five outings, during which he has averaged 28.8 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.8 assists while shooting 61.8 percent from the field and 50.0 percent from downtown in 35.2 minutes per contest.

Porter (hamstring) is probable for Thursday's game against the Hornets.

Porter missed Denver's final three games prior to the All-Star break, but he was a full participant at Wednesday's practice and is expected to return against the Hornets. He was hot prior to the injury setback, posting averages of 30.0 points, 9.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists, 1.0 steals and 4.3 three-pointers through four February outings.

Porter (hamstring) participated in practice Wednesday, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

Prior to the NBA All-Star break, Porter missed the last three games for the Nuggets while nursing a left hamstring strain. The veteran forward could be trending toward returning to the floor Thursday when they'll take on the Hornets at Ball Arena in Denver. The talented scorer was on a hot streak before missing three straight games, racking up 30 or more points in three consecutive games for the Nuggets.

Porter (hamstring) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Porter won't return to the floor for the Nuggets until after the NBA All-Star break, as Denver elected to give him more time to rest his ailing left hamstring. Due to Porter's absence Wednesday against the Trail Blazers, Julian Strawher could see a considerable bump in minutes.

Porter (hamstring) is questionable for Wednesday's game against Portland.

Porter is in danger of missing a third straight game due to a strained left hamstring. Given that Wednesday's tilt is Denver's final game prior to the All-Star break, it wouldn't be surprising to see the team exercise caution with the veteran sharpshooter. From a fantasy perspective, Julian Strawther has been the primary beneficiary of Porter's absence.

Porter (hamstring) has been ruled out for Monday's game against Portland.

Porter will miss his second straight matchup while tending to a left hamstring issue. Julian Strawther drew the start in Porter's place Saturday and will be a strong candidate to do so again Monday.

Porter (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Portland.

Porter is in jeopardy of missing his second consecutive contest due to left hamstring tightness. If the 26-year-old remains on the shelf, Julian Strawther and Hunter Tyson are candidates to receive an uptick in playing time.

Porter (hamstring) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Suns.

Porter won't be on the floor for the Nuggets for Saturday's game against the Suns as he's nursing left hamstring soreness. The veteran forward has played well for Denver as of late, but now the team will likely have to turn to Christian Braun to help shoulder the load in his absence.

Porter (hamstring) has been listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Suns.

Porter has yet to miss a game for the Nuggets during the 2024-25 campaign, but that could change on Saturday, as he has a left hamstring issue. The talented forward has struggled to stay healthy for most of his career. However, he's turned things around recently, playing 81 games last year and staying on the floor for Denver this season. Denver will likely turn to Christian Braun to help pick up the slack if he can't play in Phoenix.

Porter ended Thursday's 112-90 victory over the Magic with 30 points (11-16 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 3-5 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and one block over 30 minutes.

Porter led the Nuggets with a game-high mark in points, recording his third consecutive contest scoring 30 or more. The sharpshooter has been fairly productive this season, averaging 19.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 2.7 three-pointers and 2.2 assists across 33.3 minutes per game on 52.3/41.7/74.3 shooting splits. Moreover, Porter has now logged 22 outings with 20-plus points through 52 regular-season appearances.

Porter posted 39 points (16-23 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and three steals across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 144-119 victory over the Pelicans.

After setting a new season high on the front end of the Nuggets' set against the Pelicans, Porter turned around and reset his personal best with three more points against the Pelicans. Although Porter's name was bandied about as a potential trade target, coach Michael Malone has dismissed such rumors, insuring Porter as a fixture in Denver's starting five for the remainder of the season.

Porter finished with 36 points (12-22 FG, 7-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one block across 39 minutes during Monday's 125-113 win over New Orleans.

Porter set a new season-high mark with 36 points, leading the Nuggets in scoring in the process. He's currently on pace to return sixth-round value in nine-category fantasy formats, averaging 18.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 2.6 three-pointers on 51.3 percent shooting from the field.

Porter finished with 24 points (10-14 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and one block in 29 minutes during Friday's 137-134 victory over the 76ers.

It's the best scoring effort from the 26-year-old forward since he hit for 28 against the Spurs on Jan. 4. Porter has been struggling to find consistency of late, scoring 20-plus points only twice in his last 14 contests while averaging 15.4 points, 5.9 boards, 2.2 threes and 1.1 assists.

Porter had nine points (3-8 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, two assists and one block in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 122-112 loss to the Knicks.

Porter had trouble finding open looks from downtown against the Knicks, considering it was just the fourth time this season where he failed to hit double-digit scoring figures. The 26-year-old sharpshooter has still put together a solid month of January, averaging 16.4 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 2.6 three-pointers in 30.5 minutes across 16 games. Porter's role primarily as a catch-and-shoot player in Denver's offense may limit his production across the board, but he remains a strong source of points and triples to go with a healthy field-goal percentage.

Porter recorded 20 points (7-16 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, one block and one steal across 34 minutes during Thursday's 132-123 win over the Kings.

The 26-year-old finished as the club's third-leading scorer, joining Nikola Jokic (35 points) and Christian Braun (21 points) with 20-plus points. Porter did struggle from three-point range, though he has been efficient of late. Over his last five outings, the forward has averaged 15.2 points and 6.4 rebounds while shooting 42.9 percent from deep in 28.0 minutes per game.

Porter logged 15 points (5-9 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds and two blocks over 28 minutes during Sunday's 113-100 win over the Magic.

Porter provided a nice spark offensively in Sunday's contest, leading all Nuggets players in threes made while finishing as one of four players with 15 or more points in a winning effort. Porter has been hot from deep as of late, connecting on three or more threes in three of his last four contests. He has now recorded 15 or more points in six of his last 10 appearances.

Porter chipped in eight points (2-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-7 FT), three rebounds and one block across 24 minutes during Wednesday's 128-108 loss to the Rockets.

Porter has steadily declined in the points department over the last six games. He tied his worst point total (8) of the season in Wednesday's loss to Houston. The veteran has scored in single digits three times this season and 13 points or less in the last three games.

Porter contributed 15 points (5-13 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 118-106 loss to the Celtics.

Porter logged another double-double after hitting the milestone against the Spurs Saturday evening. Porter is an effective rebounder and an excellent third scorer behind Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, and he's sporting a perfect attendance record through 35 games. The addition of Russell Westbrook into the lineup has also assisted Porter's bottom line, as he's often been the product of the veteran's assist totals.

Porter closed with 28 points (9-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 6-7 FT), 10 rebounds and two assists across 46 minutes during Saturday's 122-111 overtime win over San Antonio.

Porter extended his streak of games with at least 20 points to five appearances, and he continues to establish himself as a reliable third-scoring option for the Nuggets behind Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray. Porter has now scored at least 20 points in all but one of his previous eight contests, a span in which he's shooting 66-for-115 from the field and 31-for-60 from three-point range.

Porter ended Friday's 113-110 loss to the Spurs with 22 points (9-15 FG, 4-9 3Pt), four rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 42 minutes.

Porter finished as the Nuggets' second-best scorer in this game, as he was particularly efficient from the floor. He's firmly entrenched as the team's third-best offensive weapon behind Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, and he'll remain a solid fantasy contributor as long as he remains healthy. Porter has been on a roll of late and has reached the 20-point mark in six of his last seven appearances.

Porter finished Wednesday's 139-120 win over the Hawks with 21 points (8-14 FG, 5-9 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and one steal over 24 minutes.

The sharpshooter joined Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic with 20-plus points in the club's blowout victory. Porter has scored the rock at an efficient rate this season, and in his last five games he has shot 53.5 percent from the field and 55.3 percent from downtown, putting up 7.6 three-point attempts per contest. In that five-game span, the 26-year-old has averaged 21.6 points, 4.2 rebounds and 1.8 assists across 32.4 minutes per game.

Porter totaled 26 points (9-14 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT) and three rebounds in 34 minutes during Saturday's 134-121 victory over the Pistons.

Porter didn't do much outside of scoring in this victory, but he was extremely efficient and finished as one of three Denver players with more than 25 points, with Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic being the other two. Porter has been heavily linked with a potential move away from Denver before the Feb. 6 trade deadline, but he remains an integral part of the Nuggets' offensive scheme despite all the speculation regarding his future. Porter has scored at least 20 points in three of his last four games and is averaging 18.7 points per game since the beginning of December.

Porter supplied 22 points (7-14 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 5-7 FT), four rebounds, two assists and one block across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 110-100 loss to the Suns.

Porter surpassed the 20-point mark in back-to-back games for the first time since a two-game stretch on Dec. 3 and Dec. 5. He seems to be bouncing back from a subpar four-game stretch earlier this month, when he averaged 13.0 points per game while shooting 45.9 percent from the floor between Dec. 13 and Dec. 22. The lack of consistency has hurt Porter's upside in recent weeks, though his role on offense is enough to keep him relevant across all formats even if he endures a rough stretch.

Porter finished with 24 points (10-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and four assists over 30 minutes during Monday's 117-90 win over the Suns.

Porter was on a bit of a dry spell after four straight games without reaching the 20-point mark and with subpar shooting percentages. However, the star forward bounced back admirably here and delivered one of his most efficient outings of the campaign from a shooting perspective. Porter has been heavily linked with a move away from the Nuggets before the Feb. 6 trade deadline, but he continues to produce as one of Denver's most reliable offensive weapons. He's averaging 17.7 points, 6.4 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game since the beginning of December.

Porter contributed 11 points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-3 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 31 minutes during Monday's 130-129 victory over the Kings.

Nikola Jokic and Russell Westbrook stole the show in Monday's tight win, but Porter made his presence felt on the glass after experiencing a relatively reduced role on offense. The six-year forward recorded his fourth double-double of the season, and even though this was a down game for him, fantasy managers shouldn't be worried. He's averaging 18.4 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.7 assists per game since the beginning of December.

Porter closed Friday's 120-98 victory over the Clippers with 17 points (5-11 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 5-6 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one steal across 29 minutes.

Even though Nikola Jokic has been the Nuggets' best player by a wide margin this season, Porter's contributions can't be overlooked, particularly in a season where Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon have struggled with injuries. Porter has been remarkably consistent in recent weeks, scoring more than 15 points in all but one of his last 11 contests. He's averaging 20.0 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.1 assists per game in that 11-game stretch.

Porter ended with 26 points (12-17 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds and three assists over 36 minutes during Sunday's 141-111 victory over the Hawks.

The 26-year-old delivered a productive performance while amassing the second-highest scoring mark behind Nikola Jokic (48 points). Porter had an extremely efficient bounce-back outing after he struggled in Saturday's loss to the Wizards, during which he totaled only 11 points while shooting 5-for-14 from the field. The forward has shot only 1-for-10 from three-point range over his last two games, though he is still shooting 38.8 percent from downtown across 22 regular-season games.

Porter closed with 22 points (8-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-6 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and one steal over 31 minutes during Tuesday's 119-115 win over Golden State.

Porter seems to be overtaking Jamal Murray as the Nuggets' second-best offensive option based on his excellent numbers over the last few weeks. The forward has scored at least 18 points in each of his last seven appearances, averaging 20.3 points per game and shooting 56.2 percent from the floor in that span. Porter might not be a flashy player or a human highlight reel, but there's no question he's been the Nuggets' most efficient and consistent player if excluding Nikola Jokic.

Porter finished with 18 points (8-11 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-4 FT), seven rebounds and one assist in 32 minutes during Sunday's 126-122 loss to the Clippers.

Porter was efficient from a shooting perspective and tied Jamal Murray as Denver's second-highest scorer in this matchup behind Nikola Jokic, who posted his eighth triple-double of the season. Porter has been on a roll of late with 17 or more points in six straight appearances, averaging 20.0 points and shooting 56 percent from the field in that span.

Porter logged 19 points (8-15 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and one steal across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 122-103 win over the Jazz.

Porter shot over 50 percent from the field during the blowout win. He snapped short two-game double-double streak, but they have been coming fast and furious over the past two weeks, with three double-doubles over the past five games.

Porter supplied 24 points (10-15 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 11 rebounds, four assists and one steal in 36 minutes during Saturday's 127-102 victory over the Lakers.

Porter was extremely efficient Saturday and was one of the main reasons behind the Nuggets' impressive second-half performance in the win over the Lakers. Even though Porter finished just two points shy of his season-high mark, this was the third time over his last five outings in which he scored at least 24 points. The small forward is averaging 20.5 points per game in 11 outings this month.

Porter recorded 24 points (10-18 FG, 4-7 3Pt), six rebounds and three assists in 39 minutes during Friday's 101-94 loss to New Orleans.

Porter embraced a more significant role on offense Friday with Nikola Jokic (personal) sidelined, resulting in his fifth game with at least 20 points across seven outings in November. During that seven-game stretch, the star forward is averaging 21.6 points, 6.4 rebounds and 3.3 assists per game while shooting an impressive 52.8 percent from the field and 48.2 percent from beyond the arc.

Porter ended with 21 points (8-15 FG, 5-10 3Pt), five rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals in 36 minutes during Friday's 135-122 victory over Miami.

Porter has scored at least 20 points in four of his last five games. During that stretch, he's averaged 22.0 points, 6.4 rebounds, 3.2 assists and 1.2 steals while shooting 51.9 percent from the field and 48.8 percent from deep. With Aaron Gordon (calf) sidelined for a few weeks, Porter will have increased responsibilities on both ends moving forward.

Porter dropped 24 points (7-16 FG, 4-4 FT, 6-10 3Pt), seven rebounds, three assists and a steal over 41 minutes in Wednesday's 124-122 victory over the Thunder.

Porter also hit a season high six three-pointers in Wednesday's win and went perfect from the free throw line for the third consecutive game. He is averaging 17.8 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.3 blocks in 36.9 minutes this season.

Porter notched 19 points (7-16 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 2-3 FT), nine rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal in 36 minutes during Monday's 121-119 victory over the Raptors.

Porter was one rebound shy of a double-double, marking a third time where he's fallen just short of the milestone. Porter is trying to build on a solid 2023-24 campaign where he set new career highs in free throw percentage and minutes played. He also had 16 double-doubles last season, so these narrow misses should convert more often as the season progresses.

Porter logged 20 points (7-12 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and two assists over 29 minutes during Saturday's 129-103 win over the Jazz.

Porter reached the 20-point mark for the second consecutive contest, a sign of improvement after not doing so in his first four contests. He's been constantly attempting double-digit shots, so the points will eventually come, although he's primed to have a slightly more significant role on offense as long as Jamal Murray (concussion) remains sidelined or less than 100 percent healthy. Porter is shooting 47 percent from the field and 37.5 percent from three in his six appearances.

Porter accumulated 26 points (11-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, four assists and two steals in 39 minutes during Friday's 119-116 loss to the Timberwolves.

It was Porter's best scoring performance of the young season, as he drained at least three three-pointers for the third time in five contests. After a cold start from beyond the arc, the 26-year-old forward has gone 7-for-14 from downtown over the last two games. Porter's also been busier than usual on the glass -- his 7.4 boards per game would be a career high, and he's pulled down at least five rebounds in every appearance so far.

Porter amassed 15 points (5-17 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one steal across 32 minutes during Thursday's 102-87 loss to Oklahoma City.

Porter is looking to build on an impressive 2023-24 campaign, and the Nuggets will rely on his dependable mid-range shot and rebounding skills to complement the rest of the first unit. The loss of Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is bound to provide ore opportunities for Porter. The Misssouri product can be streaky, popping for over 30 points one game and regressing in the next, but he's shown yearly improvement in all facets of his game.

Porter scored 16 points (7-9 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT) while adding eight rebounds in 23 minutes during Thursday's 132-126 preseason win over the Timberwolves.

There wasn't much defense being played Thursday, but that suited Porter just fine. The 26-year-old forward has been in midseason form from the jump during the Nuggets' exhibition schedule, producing 26.2 points per 36 minutes while shooting 61.0 percent from the floor (25-for-41) and 37.5 percent (6-for-16) from three-point range.

Porter notched 15 points (5-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, an assist and a steal across 25 minutes in Tuesday's 124-94 preseason loss to the Thunder.

The Nuggets decided to rest Russell Westbrook and Nikola Jokic, while Jamal Murray was ruled out due to a minor injury, so Porter embraced the role of being a go-to player on offense and led a depleted Nuggets roster in scoring in this 30-point loss. Porter and the Nuggets have one more preseason game left when they take on the Timberwolves on Thursday.

Porter posted 21 points (8-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, an assist and three steals across 25 minutes in Sunday's 118-114 preseason loss to the Suns.

Porter returned to the starting lineup after a one-game absence due to rest purposes, and he looked sharp on both ends of the court. Once Denver's regular season begins Oct. 24 against the Thunder, Porter projects to operate as Denver's third option on offense, behind Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.

Porter will start Sunday's preseason game against the Suns.

Porter was held out of Denver's last game for rest purposes, but he will return to play Sunday. With Porter and Aaron Gordon (undisclosed) back in the lineup, the Nuggets will get to run with their projected opening-day starting lineup.

Porter (rest) will not play in Sunday's preseason game against the Celtics in Abu Dhabi, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter will join Aaron Gordon (undisclosed), Russell Westbrook (rest) and DeAndre Jordan (rest) on the sidelines Sunday -- none of whom are expected to miss any time to begin the regular season. Porter started in Friday's 107-103 loss to the Celtics, during which he saw 15 minutes of action while scoring 12 points and shooting 5-for-8 from the field. The 26-year-old's next chance to suit up will come Sunday against the Suns.

Porter is expected to receive limited playing time in Friday's preseason opener against Boston, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

With 19 players able to suit up, coach Mike Malone said Friday that the starting unit of Porter, Nikola Jokic, Aaron Gordon and Jamal Murray will receive limited run. This will likely remain the case until the club gets closer to Opening Night. Porter is coming off a strong all-around season, during which he averaged 16.7 points, 7.0 rebounds and 2.7 3PM/G across 31.7 minutes per game in 81 regular-season outings.

Porter posted seven points (3-12 FG, 1-6 3Pt), nine rebounds and two blocks across 34 minutes during Sunday's 98-90 loss to the Timberwolves in Game 7 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Porter went just 1-of-6 from the three-point line, continuing what had been a rough series. In fact, over the seven-game span, Porter scored fewer than 10 points on five occasions. It was an unfortunate end for Porter after he managed to put together a strong season. Projecting forward, Porter should be able to maintain mid-round value in most fantasy formats.

Porter had six points (2-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 36 minutes during Tuesday's 112-97 victory over the Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Porter managed just six points in the victory, continuing his recent offensive struggles. He has scored fewer than 10 points in three of the past four games, a very different story when compared to how he opened the playoffs. Despite his poor shooting, the Nuggets now sit just one win away from an other trip to the Conference Finals. Look for Porter to turn things around in the near future.

Porter ended with 21 points (6-10 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal over 30 minutes in Friday's 117-90 win over the Timberwolves in the Western Conference Semifinals.

Porter provided a nice lift offensively for Denver in its first win of the conference semifinals, leading all Nuggets in threes made while ending as one of three players with 20 or more points in Game 3. Porter had a bounce-back performance after failing to reach double figures in scoring in Game 2, now posting 20 or more points in two of the three games against Minnesota.

Porter finished with 20 points (6-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 4-6 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals across 40 minutes during Saturday's 106-99 loss to Minnesota in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Porter led all players in Friday's contest in threes made while ending as one of two Nuggets with 20 or more points and adding a half-dozen rebounds in a losing effort. Porter has surpassed the 20-point mark in five straight playoff contests, connecting on four or more threes in three straight games.

Porter chipped in 27 points (10-20 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 40 minutes during Saturday's 119-108 loss to the Lakers in Game 4 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.

Porter was Denver's second-best player in this game, as he trailed only Nikola Jokic in scoring and rebounding while notching his second consecutive double-double in the series. Despite playing a secondary role on offense behind Jokic and Jamal Murray, Porter has scored at least 20 points while grabbing nine or more rebounds in his last three contests, a run he'll aim to continue in Game 5 on Monday.

Porter totaled 22 points (8-13 FG, 6-10 3Pt), nine rebounds, one assist and two steals in 38 minutes during Monday's 101-99 victory over the Lakers in Game 2 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

Porter sniffed a double-double for the second consecutive game after delivering a 19-point, eight-rebound effort in Game 1 on Saturday, and the forward continues to make an impact on both ends of the court for Denver. Even though he doesn't get the same attention as Nikola Jokic or Jamal Murray, Porter is a key piece in the Nuggets' offensive scheme, and he's averaging 16.2 points with 7.3 rebounds per game in April dating back to the regular season.

Porter (illness) will play in Sunday's regular-season finale in Memphis.

Porter was questionable due to an illness, but he is apparently feeling good enough to give things a go. Look for him to take on his usual responsibilities at forward assuming he avoids any setbacks.

Porter is questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies due to an illness.

Porter has featured in the injury report quite often in recent weeks, but as has been the case of late, he's expected to be available for the season finale, as the Nuggets will learn their seeding in the Western Conference once all the games are over. Porter has averaged 15.5 points and 6.8 rebounds per game over his last 10 appearances.

Porter (quadriceps) is available for Friday against the Spurs.

Despite dealing with both a lingering knee and quad injury, Porter has missed just one contest all season. Since the All-Star break, the 25-year-old has averaged 18.8 points and 7.4 rebounds in 32.1 minutes, complementing impressive shooting splits of 51.9/41.8/90.0. In Denver's last matchup against San Antonio on April 2, Porter recorded 15 points, 16 boards and three assists in 35 minutes.

Porter is probable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to a left quadriceps contusion.

Porter has been dealing with a knee issue recently but hasn't been forced to miss time in over two months. Although he's dealing with a quadriceps issue ahead of Friday's matchup, he'll likely be available once again.

Porter had 18 points (7-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and two assists over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 116-107 win over the Timberwolves.

Porter hasn't missed a game this month despite playing with a knee injury. Although his rebounding totals remain steady, Porter's scoring numbers tend to fluctuate depending on how the flow of the game develops. The Nuggets will need an extra dose of aggressiveness from him as they try to seal up the top seed in the Western Conference playoffs.

Porter (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, as expected.

Porter was listed as probable on the initial injury report, so there was never much doubt about his status, but now we have official confirmation that he'll be active. Make sure you've got MPJ in your active lineup.

Porter (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

Porter continues to deal with a right knee issue, but he'll likely be able to suit up once again in the second half of a back-to-back set. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 16.0 points and 7.8 rebounds in 31.2 minutes per game.

Porter (knee) is available for Tuesday's game against the Jazz, Jack Borman of Locked on Minnesota reports.

Porter was carrying a probable tag into Tuesday, but he'll give it a go despite not being 100 percent. There's no word of any restrictions heading into tipoff.

Porter is probable for Tuesday's game against the Jazz due to right knee tendinopathy.

This is a new ailment for Porter, who has also been battling an illness over the last few weeks. Even so, he's expected to suit up for Tuesday's clash.

Porter ended Thursday's 102-100 loss to the Clippers with 14 points (6-18 FG, 2-10 3Pt), nine rebounds, one assist and one block in 38 minutes.

Porter has been suffering through an illness, causing him to lose a step or two over the past two weeks. The last time Porter.broke the 20-point barrier was two weeks ago against the Knicks, and even though he's averaged 32.6 minutes per game since his 31-point total, his shot continues to betray him. His success beyond the arc is notably poor, averaging only 36.4 percent from long range over the seven-game span.

Porter recorded 18 points (7-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and two steals over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 104-97 loss to Phoenix.

Porter drew the start despite battling an unspecified illness but was fairly productive in the loss. Porter has plodded along with pedestrian scoring numbers over the past three games due to lower-than-expected shot volume, but his 16 attempts Wednesday is a move in the right direction. Porter can soar well above 20 points with enough opportunity, but he sometimes lacks the necessary aggression to make those opportunities happen on his own.

Porter (illness) is available for Wednesday's game versus the Suns.

Porter was in danger of missing his first game since Feb. 9, but he will ultimately play through an illness. Barring any setbacks, look for him to take on his usual role at forward.

Porter is probable for Wednesday's game against Phoenix due to an illness.

Porter was dealing with an illness prior to suiting up in Monday's victory over Memphis, although he worked with an abridged workload, delivering 11 points (4-7 FG) and four rebounds in 22 minutes of action. His status will need to be monitored, but he appears firmly on track for Wednesday's contest.

Porter (illness) will play Monday versus Memphis.

Porter and Nikola Jokic (back/hip) are available Monday, while Aaron Gordon (foot) and Jamal Murray (ankle) are out. The specifics of Porter's ailment are unclear, but no minutes restriction has been mentioned for the 25-year-old.

Porter is questionable for Monday's game against the Grizzlies due to an illness.

Porter and Aaron Gordon (foot) are late additions to the injury report, joining Nikola Jokic (back/hip) and Jamal Murray (ankle) as questionable. Given almost their entire starting lineup is questionable, it's difficult to project what the Nuggets' rotation will look like until we get clarity on who'll be available.

Porter finished Thursday's 113-100 win over the Knicks with 31 points (13-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and eight rebounds in 37 minutes.

There's no question that the Nuggets will go as far as Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray can carry them, but the team gets an entirely new dimension on offense when Porter can knock down shots consistently. This 13-for-16 performance was one of his best showings of the entire campaign, and Porter is arguably going through one of his most productive stretches of the season. He's now scored at least 20 points in four of his last five appearances, averaging 23.0 points per game while shooting 50 percent from deep and 60.9 percent from the field in that span.

Porter closed Tuesday's 115-112 win over the Timberwolves with 26 points (9-15 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT), four rebounds and one assist over 32 minutes.

Porter was a prime catalyst in the final stanza, scoring 13 of his 26 points in the final 12 minutes. Occasionally, the gameflow doesn't work in Porter's favor, but he usually registers solid two-way numbers when he sees more than 30 minutes. The 6-10 forward is especially effective when the opposition suffers from a height disadvantage, and Porter excelled against the Timberwolves' short-handed frontcourt.

Porter ended Sunday's 107-105 loss to the Mavericks with 20 points (6-13 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals in 37 minutes.

Porter is having an outstanding year as a secondary offensive alternative in Denver's two-man game of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, but he has been able to step up when needed. Porter has scored 20 or more points in four of his eight March appearances, averaging 18.8 points per game while shooting 47.3 percent from three-point range. He complements that scoring prowess with decent numbers in other categories as well, making him a valuable asset in both fantasy and real life for the reigning NBA champions.

Porter contributed 13 points (5-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal across 23 minutes during Friday's 117-106 win over the Spurs.

Porter didn't have his best performance from a fantasy perspective, as he's shown the ability to fill the stat sheet on every given game, but he's been consistent when it comes to his three-point shooting. He's made multiple threes in all but two of his 12 appearances since the end of the All-Star break, a span in which he's averaging 19.9 points per game while shooting 42.4 percent from beyond the arc.

Porter racked up 25 points (9-16 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and seven rebounds in 34 minutes during Wednesday's 100-88 victory over Miami.

Porter hit five threes for the ninth time this season as he led the Nuggets in scoring Wednesday. The fifth-year forward has been on a tear as of late and has shot 50 percent or better in five of his last seven games. Porter is averaging 19.5 points on 58.8 percent shooting (including 48.8 percent from three on 6.8 3PA/G), 6.3 rebounds and 1.7 assists over 32.6 minutes per game in March.

Porter closed with 19 points (8-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 33 minutes during Monday's 125-119 win over the Raptors.

Matched up against his younger brother Jontay Porter for the first time in their careers on an NBA court, Michael won both the battle and the war. The 25-year-old forward has scored at least 19 points in seven of 10 games since the All-Star break, averaging 20.1 points, 7.7 boards, 2.9 threes, 1.8 assists and 0.8 steals over that stretch while shooting 54.8 percent from the floor and 40.8 percent from beyond the arc.

Porter had 20 points (8-18 FG, 4-12 3Pt), seven rebounds and one steal over 40 minutes during Tuesday's 117-107 overtime loss to the Suns.

Porter nailed four three-pointers and was a key part of erasing a massive Phoenix lead in the fourth quarter. Although Porter has on of the most volatile floors on the roster, his rebounding numbers are usually dependable. He's averaged nine rebounds per game since the All-Str break.

Porter closed with 25 points (10-10 FG, 5-5 3Pt), 10 rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal in 37 minutes during Saturday's 124-114 win over the Lakers.

Porter led all players in Saturday's contest in threes made while finishing a perfect mark from deep and ending as one of two Nuggets with at least 25 points and 10 rebounds in a winning effort. Porter, who also shot a perfect mark from the field in the win, has recorded at least 25 points and 10 rebounds five times this season, including in two straight contests.

Porter supplied 30 points (12-23 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds, three assists, two blocks and two steals across 38 minutes during Thursday's 103-97 victory over Miami.

Porter reached the 30-point mark just for the third time this season, but the fact that two of those performances have come near the end of February is certainly encouraging for Denver, especially with the immediate future of Jamal Murray looking cloudy due to the right ankle sprain he suffered in this same game against Miami. Porter could pick up a bigger role on offense if Murray misses Saturday's trip to Los Angeles to take on the Lakers.

Porter recorded 34 points (13-21 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal in 34 minutes during Friday's 127-112 win over Portland.

Porter led all players in Friday's contest in scoring and threes made while ending as one of two Nuggets players with a double-double and setting a new season high in scoring in an offensive outburst. Porter has surpassed the 30-point mark in two games this season, the other occurrence taking place Nov. 29 when he scored a previous season high of 30 points. Porter has connected on five or more threes in seven games, his first such performance since Jan. 14 against Indiana.

Porter totaled 22 points (9-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 11 rebounds and two assists across 31 minutes during Thursday's 130-110 victory over Washington.

Porter posted his first double-double of the season since Jan. 12, when he finished with 20 points and 10 rebounds against the Pelicans. Porter has scored in double digits in nine games in a row, a span in which he's averaging 16.9 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.0 assists per game.

Porter scored 19 points (8-17 FG, 3-7 3Pt) and added four rebounds and two assists over 37 minutes in Wednesday's 102-98 loss to the Kings.

Porter has now achieved double digit scoring outputs in his last eight straight games, averaging 16.3 points, 6.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 0.5 blocks and 0.3 steals in that span. However, his three-point efficiency has taken a dip recently, averaging only 34.3 percent from long distance. As the Nuggets look to bounce back after the break, they will likely need more consistency from beyond the arc from Porter.

Porter (knee) will play Monday night against the Bucks.

Porter was added to the injury report as probable after missing Friday's matchup against the Kings, marking his first absence of the season. However, he'll be good to go for Monday and is coming off a strong 27-point performance in his last action Thursday against the Lakers.

Porter (knee) is questionable to play Monday versus Milwaukee.

Porter joins Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (hamstring) as questionable for Monday's affair. Porter is at risk of missing his second consecutive game due to right knee tendinopathy.

Porter (knee) will not play in Friday's game against the Kings.

This is a massive blow for Denver, as Porter was previously listed as probable. In addition to Porter, the Nuggets will be without Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (hamstring). Peyton Watson, Justin Holiday and Christian Braun are likely to soak up significant minutes as a result.

Porter is listed as probable for Friday's game versus the Kings due to right knee tendinopathy.

Porter has yet to miss a game this season and isn't expected to do so Friday despite dealing with a knee injury. Since the beginning of 2024, Porter is shooting 40.2 percent on 6.5 three-point attempts per contest across 18 appearances.

Porter finished Thursday's 114-106 win over the Lakers with 27 points (11-20 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and one block over 38 minutes.

It was Porter's best scoring effort since he poured in 30 points against the Rockets on Nov. 29. The fifth-year forward has scored in double digits in six straight games, but that's his second-longest such streak of the season as he continues to have trouble being a consistent offensive threat. During those six contests, he's averaging 16.7 points, 6.8 boards, 2.8 threes and 1.7 assists.

Porter totaled 12 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists and three blocks across 24 minutes during Sunday's 112-103 victory over Portland.

This was the ninth career game in which Porter recorded at least three blocks, but he's not usually known for his defense, as he's on pace to average 0.7 blocks and 0.5 steals for the season. Although his minutes have remained high at 34.0 per game over his last five outings, Porter has cooled off offensively with a 39.2 percent mark from the field.

Porter closed with 20 points (8-19 FG, 4-12 3Pt), eight rebounds and two assists over 35 minutes during Saturday's 111-105 victory over Philadelphia.

Porter put forth a strong game from deep while ending as one of three Nuggets with 20 or more points and finishing two boards short of a double-double in a winning effort. Porter has now recorded at least 20 points and eight boards in 11 games this season.

Porter (illness) is available for Tuesday's game versus the Pacers.

Porter has been upgraded from probable to available Tuesday despite dealing with a non-COVID illness. The 25-year-old forward is averaging 19.4 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in 34.6 minutes across his last five appearances.

Porter is probable to play Tuesday against Indiana due to an illness.

Porter was added to Sunday's injury report due to an illness prior to suiting up versus Washington later in the day. Porter dropped 19 points (8-14 FG) in the victory, and he's on track to play Tuesday despite feeling under the weather.

Porter (illness) has been cleared to play Sunday versus Washington.

Porter appears to be dealing with a minor illness, but he will suit up nonetheless. Denver's full cast of contributors is available with the exception of Julian Strawther, who is amid a multi-week absence.

Porter is questionable to play Sunday versus Washington due to an illness.

Porter being added to the injury report within three hours of Denver's 6:00p.m. EST tip-off against the Wizards does not bode well for his status. If he's ultimately unable to suit up, Peyton Watson or Christian Braun could slide into the starting lineup, while Denver's main cast of contributors would all see an uptick in usage.

Porter closed Tuesday's 126-121 loss to Philadelphia with 20 points (6-12 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds and one steal across 34 minutes.

A couple years ago, it seemed like Porter's career, or at least his ability to be an impact player in the NBA, might be in jeopardy due to back trouble that required surgery. The 25-year-old forward hasn't missed a game yet in 2023-24 though, and he's scored at least 20 points in three straight games and five of eight in January. Porter's averaging 17.5 points, 5.4 boards, 3.1 threes and 1.4 assists to kick off the month while shooting 53.6 percent from the floor and 46.3 percent from beyond the arc.

Porter (knee) is available for Tuesday's game versus the 76ers, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter has been upgraded from questionable all the way to available Tuesday despite dealing with left knee inflammation. Porter is averaging 18.0 points, 5.2 rebounds and 2.0 assists in 30.6 minutes across his last five appearances.

Porter (knee) is probable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Porter was initially labeled as questionable for Tuesday's game, along with the rest of Denver's starters. However, all five players are now probable and on track to suit up. After Tuesday's game, the Nuggets will be off until Friday against Boston.

Porter is questionable to play Tuesday against Philadelphia due to left knee inflammation.

Porter has yet to miss a game this season, averaging 31.1 minutes across 41 starts for Denver. If he's unable to suit up Tuesday, Justin Holiday and Christian Braun would likely be main candidates to absorb his workload.

Porter amassed 25 points (9-15 FG, 7-11 3Pt), eight rebounds, five assists, two blocks and one steal across 37 minutes during Sunday's 117-109 victory over the Pacers.

Porter led all players in Sunday's contest in threes made while finishing with a team-high-tying scoring mark, ending two rebounds short of a double-double and adding a pair of blocks and a handful of assists in a balanced showing. Porter has scored 25 or more points in six games this year, connecting on at least seven threes for the second time.

Porter registered five points (2-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist across 24 minutes during Wednesday's 124-111 loss to the Jazz.

Porter had trouble finding the bottom of the basket in the loss. His result was a noticeable regression after scoring 40 total points in his previous two games. Porter's production is usually dependent on how Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Aaron Gordon are utilized, but aside from Nikola Jokic, no one on the roster was able to offset a magnificent night of production from Utah.

Porter closed Sunday's 131-114 win over Detroit with 18 points (7-12 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one rebound and two assists across 28 minutes.

Porter didn't do much outside of scoring, but that's an area where the Nuggets desperately needed him Sunday due to the fact that Nikola Jokic only scored four points. Porter has had some ups and downs this season when it comes to his scoring figures, but for the most part, he's been a reliable contributor on offense despite holding a secondary role behind Jokic and Jamal Murray. Over his last 10 games, Porter is averaging 15.8 points, 5.1 rebounds and 1.2 assists per contest.

Porter notched 22 points (9-14 FG, 4-6 3Pt), three rebounds, one assist and two steals across 31 minutes during Friday's 122-120 loss to Orlando.

Porter bounced back from an eight-point performance Thursday to score 22 for the second time in his last three appearances. He's playing 31.2 minutes per game, which is just shy of his career-high of 31.3 minutes per game from the 2020-21 season. Over his last 10 games, Porter is averaging 14.8 points per game on 48.7 percent shooting (including 43.9 percent from three), 5.4 rebounds and 1.1 assist over 30.6 minutes per game.

Porter chipped in eight points (3-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt) and four rebounds in 30 minutes during Thursday's 130-127 win over the Warriors.

After lighting up Charlotte for 22 points, Porter scored in single digits for the second time in his last four outings. While Porter's scoring average of 16.1 is down from 17.4 last season, he is still shooting an efficient 39.2 percent on 7.1 three-point attempts per game.

Porter produced 12 points (4-12 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one block across 31 minutes during Friday's 119-93 loss to the Thunder.

Porter had a woeful shooting performance and struggled badly against one of the top-ranked defenses in the league. However, the struggles are beginning to look like a trend for the big man, who has now failed to surpass the 15-point mark in five of his last seven appearances. Porter will aim to bounce back in a favorable matchup against the Hornets on Monday.

Porter (quadriceps) will play in Friday's game against the Thunder.

Porter was carrying a questionable tag prior to this update, but he made it through his usual warmup without any setbacks. There are no reported restrictions for Porter ahead of tipoff. In 14 December outings, Porter holds averages of 14.5 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.0 blocks and 2.3 three-pointers.

Porter is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Thunder due to a left quadriceps contusion.

Porter presumably suffered his quadriceps injury against Memphis, which likely explains his decreased playing time. If the 25-year-old forward is ruled out, Julian Strawther, Justin Holiday and Christian Braun are all candidates to receive extended minutes.

Porter provided eight points (3-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt), four rebounds and one block across 23 minutes during Thursday's 142-105 victory over the Grizzlies.

Denver cruised to an easy victory Thursday, allowing Porter to see fewer minutes than usual, resulting in a relatively muted statline. Peyton Watson stole the show in Aaron Gordon's (face/hand) absence, going for a career-high 20 points in 23 minutes. In future contests, especially more competitive ones, Porter could see more shots with Gordon sidelined.

Porter posted 22 points (8-14 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist, two blocks and one steal in 31 minutes during Saturday's 102-95 victory over the Hornets.

Porter led all Nuggets players in threes made while finishing with a team-high point total along with a handful of rebounds in a winning effort. Porter has connected on five or more threes in five games this year, tallying at least 20 points in 12 contests.

Porter recorded eight points (3-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt), four rebounds and one assist across 23 minutes during Monday's 130-104 win over the Mavericks.

Denver blew Dallas out, so Porter and the rest of the Nuggets' starters played fewer minutes than usual. Coming into the contest, Porter was in a minor offensive slump, averaging 12.3 points on 34.0 percent shooting over his previous four appearances. However, on the season, he's averaging 16.8 points while shooting 47.2 percent from the field and 38.5 percent from deep, so it's safe to expect the sharpshooter to bounce back eventually.

Porter accumulated 20 points (8-18 FG, 4-8 3Pt) and 11 rebounds across 32 minutes during Saturday's 118-117 loss to the Thunder.

Porter had a strong showing on both ends of the court and finished with his second double-double of the month, and this was the seventh time he accomplished that goal in the current campaign. Porter has been on a roll of late and has scored at least 17 points in four of his last six appearances.

Porter amassed 17 points (6-16 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds and one steal in 32 minutes during Tuesday's 114-106 victory over Chicago.

Porter bounced back from an ugly three-point outing (1-11 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT) against the Hawks on Monday, and he's now cleared the 15-point plateau in four of his last six contests. Porter was forced to handle a bigger role on offense once Nikola Jokic got ejected, and while he struggled in terms of efficiency, his final stat line was decent across the board.

Porter finished Wednesday's 111-102 loss to the Clippers with 18 points (7-8 FG, 4-5 3Pt), nine rebounds and one block in 34 minutes.

Porter's totals have been a bit volatile this season, but you can see several improvements in Porter's game in the early stages of the 2023-24 campaign. His hot has been dialed in, averaging 48.7 percent from the floor over 22 games, and he's also averaging a career-high 7.5 three-point attempts per game, thus expanding his value as a scorer. Porter's rebounding numbers are also much improved, with an average of 8.1 boards per game.

Porter supplied 19 points (8-16 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals across 37 minutes during Friday's 119-111 win over the Suns.

Porter made his presence felt on both ends of the court Friday, and he stepped up with some clutch shots in the fourth quarter when the Suns were threatening with a comeback. The injury issues surrounding Jamal Murray (ankle) have forced Porter to handle a bigger role on offense, but he has responded well to the challenge. He's averaging 18.4 points, 7.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists and a combined 1.5 steals and blocks per game over his last 10 outings.

Porter closed Wednesday's 134-124 win over the Rockets with 30 points (11-17 FG, 7-12 3Pt, 1-3 FT), 10 rebounds, five assists and one steal across 34 minutes.

Porter was impressive Wednesday and was one of the main reasons why the Nuggets escaped with the victory in this tight contest. He made his presence felt on both ends of the court, was efficient with his shot, and registered his fifth double-double of the season. Porter has been scorching hot of late after recording his ninth straight game with 20 or more points, and he's averaging 24.3 points per contest while shooting 55.9 percent from the field and 48.8 percent from deep in that span.

Porter recorded eight points (3-13 FG, 2-7 3Pt), 10 rebounds and three assists over 29 minutes during Monday's 113-104 victory over the Clippers.

Porter failed to step up offensively with Jamal Murray (hamstring), Nikola Jokic (back) and Aaron Gordon (heel) sidelined, but the sharpshooter made his presence felt by grabbing double-digit rebounds for the sixth time this season. The poor shooting night can likely be chalked up as an outlier, as it was just the fourth time this season he failed to score in double figures. On the season, Porter is averaging 16.9 points and 7.8 rebounds while shooting 46.2 percent from the field and 38.1 percent from deep.

Porter had 25 points (9-16 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one steal over 31 minutes during Wednesday's 124-119 loss to the Magic.

With Jamal Murray (hamstring) still sidelined, Porter stepped up as the Nuggets' second-leading scorer behind Nikola Jokic, producing his third game this season with 25 or more points while tying his season high in made three-pointers. The 25-year-old wing is averaging 19.0 points, 7.8 boards and 3.3 threes in the eight games Murray has missed so far, numbers slightly above his season averages.

Porter contributed 18 points (8-14 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT) and 11 rebounds across 33 minutes during Friday's 115-110 loss to the Pelicans.

Porter has three double-doubles on the season and two of those have come across his last three appearances, so he's trending in the right direction. Tasked with an uptick in usage rate while Jamal Murray (hamstring) is out, the forward has stepped his game up and is averaging 18.4 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.0 assists and 0.8 blocks per game across his last five outings.

Porter ended with 10 points (4-11 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 0-2 FT), five rebounds, one block and one steal in 34 minutes during Tuesday's 111-108 win over the Clippers.

Porter finally cooled off Tuesday, but he's been very solid in recent games. In seven November games so far, Porter is averaging 18.6 points, 7.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 1.3 blocks and 2.7 three-pointers. He'll continue to see more usage with Jamal Murray (hamstring) sidelined.

Porter contributed 25 points (11-19 FG, 3-10 3Pt), 10 rebounds and one block over 38 minutes during Sunday's 107-104 loss to the Rockets.

Porter topped 20 points for the fourth time in the last five matchups Sunday, and he hauled in double-digit rebounds for just his second double-double of the 2023-24 campaign. He got off to a relatively slow start to the season with single-digit scoring totals in three of his first five outings but has turned things around since then, averaging 23.0 points and 8.4 rebounds in 33.8 minutes per game over his last five appearances.

Porter registered 27 points (9-16 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal across 31 minutes during Saturday's 123-101 win over the Bulls.

Porter posted a season-high 27 points in smooth fashion, as Chicago had no comparable size matchup for Porter on the perimeter or rim protection to withstand his two-man game with Nikola Jokic. Jamal Murray exited Saturday's game with a hamstring injury, and Porter would likely be tasked with a bump in usage if Murray is forced to miss time -- although overall synergy of the Denver offense would decrease.

Porter provided 24 points (10-18 FG, 4-8 3Pt), nine rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 34 minutes during Friday's 125-114 win over Dallas.

The 24 points were a season high for Porter as he looks to shake out of a bit of an early scoring slump, and his 43.7 percent shooting from the field is a full five points lower than last season. To his credit, the 25-year-old is finding other ways to contribute -- he's grabbed at least nine boards in four of six contests, and his 8.2 rebounds per game average would be a career high, topping the 7.3 he pulled in 2020-21.

Porter closed with eight points (3-8 FG, 2-6 3Pt), one rebound, two assists and one block across 19 minutes during Monday's 110-102 win over the Jazz.

Porter picked up three fouls in his 19 minutes of action and never found offensive rhythm. Denver shot just 42.9 percent as a team, so there will be better days ahead for both parties. Wednesday versus Minnesota is up next.

Porter recorded 20 points (8-14 FG, 4-7 3Pt), nine rebounds and two assists across 25 minutes during Sunday's 128-95 win over Oklahoma City.

Porter led all Nuggets players in threes made while finishing second on the team in scoring and one rebound shy of a double-double in a victory over the Thunder. Porter surpassed the 20-point mark for the first time this season, now having connected on two or more threes in all three games.

Coach Michael Malone said Porter (ankle) will play in Tuesday's regular-season opener against the Lakers, Vinny Benedetto of The Denver Gazette reports.

Porter didn't make any appearances during preseason action, but that appears to have been precautionary. It's still possible the sharpshooter is limited versus Los Angeles after a lengthy absence, but further clarity on Porter's workload should surface closer to Opening Night.

Porter (ankle) will not play in Thursday's preseason game against the Clippers, Vic Lombardi of Altitude TV reports.

Porter has been unable to make any appearances in the preseason. Previous reports have indicated that he'll be ready for Opening Night on Oct. 24 against the Lakers, but this is worth monitoring closely over the weekend.

Porter (ankle) won't play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Clippers.

Porter has yet to play this preseason while dealing with an ankle injury. While he is expected to be good to go for the regular season, it seems unlikely he will suit up for Thursday's preseason rematch with the Clippers.

Porter (ankle) will not play in Sunday's exhibition against the Bulls, Katy Winge of AltitudeTV reports.

Porter will miss a third consecutive game due to a minor ankle injury. The Nuggets seem to be taking a cautious approach to the preseason thus far to ensure their players are good to go come the regular season. Porter will have another opportunity to make his preseason debut Tuesday against the Clippers.

Porter (ankle) is out for Thursday's preseason game versus the Bulls, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter will miss his second straight preseason game while dealing with a minor ankle injury. His next chance to suit up is Sunday's preseason rematch with Chicago. However, the Nuggets could be extra cautious with Porter during the preseason in order to ensure he is ready to go for the regular season.

Porter (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's preseason opener against the Suns, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

As expected, Porter has been downgraded from doubtful to out due to a minor ankle injury he sustained at the beginning of training camp. In his absence, Justin Holiday will likely slide into the starting lineup, while Christian Braun (calf), Hunter Tyson, Julian Strawther and Peyton Watson are candidates for increased run off the bench.

Porter (ankle) is unlikely to play in Tuesday's preseason game against the Suns, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter sustained a minor ankle sprain during practice last week, and the issue will likely prevent him from suiting up as the preseason gets underway. While the injury doesn't appear to be a significant concern, it's unclear whether he'll be cleared to make his preseason debut Thursday against Chicago.

Porter (ankle) didn't practice Thursday and is unlikely to participate in practice Friday, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter sprained his left ankle during Wednesday's practice session and was seen in a walking boot afterward, but the issue isn't considered serious. However, the injury will likely keep him out of practice as the Nuggets wrap up training camp. His first opportunity to suit up during the preseason will be Tuesday against the Suns, but it wouldn't be surprising to see the Nuggets exercise caution to avoid a more significant concern ahead of the regular season.

Porter sprained his left ankle during Wednesday's practice and was spotted wearing a walking boot as he left the gym, but the injury isn't considered serious, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Denver will presumably proceed with caution, so it's likely Porter will miss some preseason action to ensure he's fully past the issue before gearing up for Opening Night on Oct. 24. If Porter has to miss time, Justin Holiday and Christian Braun would be candidates to enter the starting lineup.

Porter posted 16 points (7-17 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 13 rebounds and three assists across 34 minutes during Monday's 94-89 win over the Heat in Game 5 of the NBA Finals.

Porter struggled with his three-point shot but showcased his versatility and still delivered solid production during the series-clinching win. Across 20 postseason appearances, the sharpshooter averaged 13.3 points and 8.1 rebounds on 42/35/79 shooting splits. The 2018 first-round pick signed a lucrative five-year deal in September of 2021, so he's locked in as a key piece of Denver's rotation for years to come.

Porter supplied five points (2-8 FG, 1-6 3Pt) and six rebounds over 26 minutes during Sunday's 111-108 loss to the Heat in Game 2 of the NBA Finals.

Although Porter was one of the heroes in Denver's Game 1 win, he was unable to get many shots to fall Sunday. Porter's five points matched his second-worst scoring total of the season ,and although Nikola Jokic posted a huge number to pick up the slack, the Missouri product's production was sorely missed.

Porter produced 14 points (5-16 FG, 2-11 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 43 minutes during Thursday's 104-93 victory over the Heat in Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Porter hauled in a team-high 13 rebounds in the win, continuing what has been a solid postseason to this point. While his shot certainly wasn't a thing of beauty, he found other ways to contribute on both ends of the floor. He appears to be fully healthy after a number of back issues over the past few years, something that should have Nuggets fans very excited.

Porter closed Monday's 113-111 victory over the Lakers in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals with 15 points (5-16 FG, 3-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one block in 41 minutes.

Porter finished as one of two Nuggets players with 10 or more rebounds while posting a double-double performance for the second straight game and for the third time in the Western Conference Finals. Porter has finished with at least 15 points and 10 boards in four playoff games.

Porter ended Saturday's 119-108 victory over the Lakers in Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals with 14 points (4-11 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, six assists and one steal in 38 minutes.

Porter shot just 4-of-11 from the floor but added double-digit boards and a career-high six assists, helping the Nuggets to an impressive road victory. While his numbers don't jump off the page on most nights, his on-court play has certainly gone to another level. Denver is now just one win away from advancing to their first NBA Finals. Game 4 will be in Los Angeles on Monday, providing the Nuggets with an opportunity to sweep the Lakers.

Porter contributed 16 points (5-10 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds and three assists over 31 minutes during Thursday's 108-103 victory over the Lakers in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals.

After scoring just five points in the first half, Porter was more aggressive in the second half and hit a pair of threes in the fourth quarter to help Denver pull away. The sharpshooter has scored at least 10 points in 11 of his 13 appearances this postseason, averaging 14.6 points and 7.7 rebounds with 47/42/76 shooting splits.

Porter registered 11 points (4-13 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal in 41 minutes during Sunday's 129-124 loss to the Suns in Game 4 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Porter earned his third double of the playoffs in the loss, following up his Game 3 totals with another respectable performance. Based on Aaron Gordon's recent numbers, there's a noticeable correlation between the two, and Porter tends to succeed when his teammate falters. Against the Suns, Porter seems to have the upper hand when looking for value among Denver's supporting cast.

Porter logged 21 points (7-14 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 12 rebounds and one block across 37 minutes during Friday's 121-114 loss to Phoenix in Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

Porter went 6-of-10 from the perimeter, compiling 21 points in what was ultimately a losing effort. He added 12 boards, although his lack of peripheral production was an issue once again. Now ahead 2-1 in the series, the Nuggets will be confident heading into Game 4, assuming they can slow down Kevin Durant and Devin Booker.

Porter posted eight points (3-10 FG, 2-7 3Pt), 10 rebounds and two steals over 39 minutes during Tuesday's 112-109 win over the Timberwolves in Game 5 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

Porter and Nikola Jokic posted dreadful shooting nights in Game 5, leaving Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordon and Bruce Brown to pick up the slack. Porter's eight points marked one of his lowest totals of the season and his lowest result in the playoffs. Aside from Game 5, Porter's quarterfinal results were mostly encouraging, and the youngster seemed to rise to the occasion and take a seat as one of Denver's top producers. The Nuggets will need all the help they can get against the Suns, and Porter will face a tough test opposite Kevin Durant.

Porter contributed 16 points (5-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds and one steal over 29 minutes during Wednesday's 122-113 victory over the Timberwolves in Game 2 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

Porter showed he doesn't have to be overly involved on offense to make an impact, and he made his presence felt on both ends of the court despite attempting just seven shots through 29 minutes. Porter is also riding a streak of 14 straight double-digit scoring appearances dating back to the regular season.

Porter finished Sunday's 109-80 victory over the Timberwolves in Game 1 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals with 18 points (7-17 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists and one steal in 31 minutes.

Porter recorded a rare double-double in the win, taking advantage of the fact Nikola Jokic was in foul trouble. The ease of victory meant the Nuggets were able to limit their main guys, a blessing in disguise given their impending schedule. Porter will need to continue being aggressive on the offensive end should the Nuggets hope to climb to the top of the mountain this season.

Porter (heel) will be active for Sunday's game against Minnesota, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter dealt with a heel injury in the final stages of the regular season and missed three of the team's last six games, but he is ready to go after a whole week of rest following the end of the regular-season campaign. He should resume his regular starting spot in the lineup, a role in which he averaged 17.4 points with 5.5 boards per game across 62 outings during the regular season.

Porter (heel) won't play Sunday against the Kings.

As expected, the Nuggets will rest their starting unit for the season finale, so Porter won't see the floor in the final matchup of the regular season. He appeared in 62 games for Denver (all starts) and averaged a career-high 17.4 points per game while adding 5.5 rebounds per contest. As it's the case with the rest of the first unit, Porter should be ready to go for the start of the playoffs.

Porter (heel) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Kings.

Porter is one seven players listed as questionable, so it's currently unclear who'll be available for the regular-season finale. However, even if Porter is sidelined, there's been no indication that his current heel issue will impact his availability during postseason action.

Porter ended with 15 points (6-14 FG, 3-9 3Pt), four rebounds and two assists over 20 minutes during Saturday's 118-114 loss to the Jazz.

Porter logged just 20 minutes in the loss, returning from a one-game absence due to a heel issue. The Nuggets opted to limit all of their starters, although Porter was the player most impacted by that decision. While it has been a relatively successful season for Porter, his lack of peripheral production remains a concern and is something that will once again limit his overall appeal heading into the 2023-24 season.

Porter (heel) will play in Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Porter was upgraded to probable for the contest earlier Saturday and will in fact be able to play. However, it's likely Porter and the rest of the starters will be limited to just one half of action, so fantasy managers should look elsewhere, especially in daily formats.

Porter (heel) is expected to play in Saturday's game against Utah, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Coach Mike Malone said he expects all five starters to play in Saturday's game. However, with the No. 1 seed already clinched, it's unlikely that Porter will play the entire game.

Porter (heel) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game in Utah.

Porter got the night off Thursday to manage his heel issue. The Nuggets play back-to-back games Saturday and Sunday to finish out the season, so the small forward is likely to only see action in one of those contests. More clarity on his status will come closer to game time.

Porter (heel) will not play in Thursday's matchup with the Suns.

Porter will get the night off Thursday and will join the other four Nuggets starters in street clothes. Bruce Brown, Peyton Watson, Christian Braun and Vlatko Cancar should all receive increased roles. Porter's next chance to suit up will come Saturday against Utah.

Porter is questionable for Thursday's game versus the Suns due to left heel injury management.

With the Nuggets practically having the one-seed in the Western Conference locked up, it wouldn't be surprising for Porter to sit any of Denver's remaining three contests. If he's ruled out Thursday, Bruce Brown, Peyton Watson and Jeff Green would be candidates for extended minutes.

Porter posted 29 points (10-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 5-6 FT) and 11 rebounds in 34 minutes during Sunday's 112-110 victory over Golden State.

Porter turned in a superb lune, and his 29 points marked his third-highest scoring total of the season. Thanks to excellent play from Porter and Jamal Murray, the Nuggets managed to put up a W after dropping two games during Nikola Jokic's (calf) absence. With a three-game lead over the Grizzlies in the West, the team has enough breathing room to allow a full recovery from Jokic. We may see additional success from Porter if Jokic sits often during the final week.

Porter (heel) will be available for Sunday's game against Golden State.

As expected, Porter will take the court after sitting out Friday's loss to the Suns for injury management purposes. With Nikola Jokic (calf) set to miss a third straight game, Porter should be looking at an elevated role, offensively, alongside Jamal Murray. Over his last nine games, Porter is averaging 18.3 points, 5.7 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 3.2 made threes.

Porter (heel) is probable for Sunday's game versus the Warriors.

Porter is expected to suit up Sunday after missing the previous game with a left heel injury. He will likely replace Bruce Brown in the starting lineup against Golden State.

Porter (heel injury management) will not play Friday against the Suns.

The Nuggets are going to be very thin with Nikola Jokic (calf), Jamal Murray (rest) and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (illness) all sitting out. Aaron Gordon and Bruce Brown will likely see massive usage rate spikes, and Jeff Green could play an expanded role as well.

Porter is questionable for Friday's matchup against the Suns due to left heel injury management.

All of Denver's starting five outside of Aaron Gordon are listed as questionable, so fantasy managers will need to keep an eye on the injury report leading up to tipoff. An absence from Porter could lead to more minutes for Bruce Brown, Christian Braun, Jeff Green and Zeke Nnaji.

Porter (heel) will play Monday night against the 76ers, Brendan Vogt of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter was initially added to the team's injury report due to left heel injury management, but he's since been given the green light to run the floor. The Missouri product is averaging 18.6 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.4 assists through 11 March appearances.

Porter is questionable for Monday's game against the 76ers due to left heel injury management.

Porter is dealing with some pain in his left heel, and if that forces him to the sidelines for Monday's game, that could result in Bruce Brown getting a spot start and there would be more minutes available for Christian Braun, Jeff Green and Vlatko Cancar. Check back for another update on MPJ closer to Monday's tip.

Porter supplied 19 points (7-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT) and seven rebounds over 28 minutes during Saturday's 129-106 win over Milwaukee.

Porter was efficient from the field and extended his double-digit scoring streak to seven games. During that stretch, the sharpshooter is averaging 20.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 1.9 assists with 54/51/86 shooting splits.

Porter notched 21 points (7-16 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and two steals across 31 minutes during Wednesday's 118-104 win over the Wizards.

Porter tied his season high with six made triples. The 24-year-old has been knocking down threes at a 47.1 percent clip in the month of March. Porter's primary fantasy value comes from his shooting beyond the arc. But he ended a streak of three straight games without a steal and has at least five rebounds in five straight games.

Porter finished Sunday's 108-102 win over the Nets with 28 points (10-18 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 3-3 FT), nine rebounds and three assists over 31 minutes.

It's his best scoring performance since he dropped 29 on the Clippers on Feb. 26. Porter's production has been a bit erratic in March -- he's scored 12 points or fewer three times this month -- but in nine games he's averaging 18.3 points, 5.2 boards, 2.9 threes and 1.4 assists while shooting 54.5 percent from the floor and 44.1 percent from beyond the arc.

Porter closed with 11 points (4-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt) and five rebounds across 30 minutes during Saturday's 116-110 loss to the Knicks.

Porter played 30 minutes in the loss but outside of his three triples, he offered basically nothing. On the whole, it's been a somewhat disappointing season for Porter, currently sitting outside the top 100 in nine-category leagues. He remains a must-roster talent, although his inability to expand his overall fantasy game is a little concerning. At this point, he should be looked at as a player who can help with points, rebounds and three-pointers only.

Porter finished Tuesday's 125-110 loss to the Raptors with 23 points (8-13 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and two steals in 33 minutes.

Porter came through with better-than-usual numbers across the board Tuesday, as his points, three-pointers, rebounds, assists and steals totals all exceeded his season-long averages. The 24-year-old has stepped up his game since the All-Star break, which has been a welcome sight for the Nuggets while Jamal Murray has endured a bit of a rough patch of late.

Porter produced 23 points (9-12 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds, four assists and one steal in 23 minutes during Sunday's 122-120 loss to the Nets.

After scoring only 19 total points over the prior two games, Porter returned to form Sunday, although it wasn't enough to end the Nuggets' brief losing skid. The fourth-year forward has scored 20 or more points in five of nine games since the All-Star break, averaging 18.2 points, 5.1 boards and 2.9 threes over that stretch.

Porter was ejected Friday against the Spurs.

Porter picked up a technical foul for taunting Zach Collins and then picked up his second in a minor altercation shortly after. Porter finished the evening with seven points, one rebound, one assist and one three-pointer in 20 minutes. No punches were thrown, so a suspension seems unlikely.

Porter (illness) will be available to play Wednesday versus Chicago.

MPJ is a bit under the weather, but he'll gut it out and get out there for Wednesday's game. He played through the illness Monday and came through with 20 points, five rebounds, four triples, one steal and two turnovers across 32 minutes, so he's safe to activate in fantasy leagues.

Porter (illness) participated in shootaround Wednesday, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Given the reason behind Porter's designation, his inclusion in shootaround backs his probable designation for the evening's contest. Barring a downswing in his health leading up to the opening tip, expect Porter to maintain his usual spot in Denver's starting five Wednesday versus the Bulls.

Porter (illness) is probable for Wednesday's matchup against the Bulls.

Porter played through the illness Monday and logged his fifth 20-plus-point-game over his last seven appearances. The sharpshooter is expected to suit up again Wednesday and should garner his usual role versus Chicago, though fantasy managers should still confirm Porter's status ahead of 9:00 p.m. ET tipoff.

Porter provided 20 points (7-11 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-4 FT), five rebounds and one steal in 32 minutes during Monday's 118-113 win over Toronto.

Porter battled through an illness to suit up Monday and posted his fifth 20-plus-point game over his last seven appearances. During that stretch, he's averaging 20.6 points and 6.0 rebounds while shooting 55.3 percent from the field and 46.3 percent from deep.

Porter (illness) has been cleared to play Monday against Toronto.

As expected, Porter has been given the green light to take the court Monday evening. He's averaging 20.7 points and 6.2 rebounds over his last six matchups.

Porter (illness) is expected to play Monday against the Raptors, Eric Koreen of The Athletic reports.

Porter was initially added to the injury report as questionable due to an illness, but he appears to be trending in the right direction. Expect a final decision from the team on his status closer to tipoff.

Porter is questionable for Wednesday against the Raptors due to an illness.

He's a late addition to the injury report, so it's possible the Nuggets wait and see how he feels during warmups. If Porter is unable to play, we could see Bruce Brown and Jeff Green step up for the Nuggets.

Porter notched 26 points (8-14 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 8-8 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal across 30 minutes during Friday's 113-97 victory over Memphis.

Porter's minutes have been all over the place, but he hasn't missed a game since Jan. 25. Denver's maintenance plan is clearly working, and now Porter will have a couple days off until the Nuggets play against the Raptors on Monday.

Porter (heel) is ready to roll against the Grizzlies on Friday.

Porter and Aaron Gordon were both carrying probable tags coming into Friday but have since been cleared. Porter will look to build on his momentum after hitting a total of seven triples in his last two games.

Porter is probable for Friday's game versus the Grizzlies due to left heel strain management.

Porter continues to deal with a nagging heel injury but is expected to suit up Friday. The 24-year-old forward is averaging 19.3 points and 5.2 rebounds in 30.2 minutes across his last 10 games.

Porter closed with 17 points (7-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 23 minutes during Tuesday's 133-112 win over Houston.

Porter started Tuesday despite dealing with a heel strain and had a solid outing, missing just four of his 11 attempts from the field while also contributing in peripheral categories. The forward has scored at least 17 points in five of Denver's last six games and is firmly entrenched as Denver's third-best scoring threat behind Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.

Porter (heel) is available for Tuesday's game against the Rockets, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

The 24-year-old was a late addition to the injury report due to a heel strain, but his availability never truly appeared in doubt since he was listed as probable. Porter has averaged 19.7 points and 6.7 rebounds in 29.0 minutes over three games since the All-Star break.

Porter has been added to the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game versus the Rockets but is still considered probable with a left heel strain injury management designation.

While being a late addition to the injury report is never a good sign, Porter's probable designation suggests he should take the floor as usual Tuesday. It will still be worth monitoring his status ahead of the 8:00 PM ET opening tipoff to ensure he takes the floor as expected.

Porter posted 29 points (12-18 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and 11 rebounds in 39 minutes during Sunday's 134-124 overtime win over the Clippers.

Porter played a season-low 19 minutes during Denver's blowout loss to Memphis on Saturday and was listed as probable for the second half of the back-to-back set Sunday. However, he shed the injury designation before tipoff and submitted one of his best overall performances of the season. It was just the fourth time that Porter made at least 10 field goals, and he also posted his most rebounds since a 13-board performance against Utah on Oct. 28. Despite the bad outing against the Grizzlies, Porter has been a solid scoring option in February and is averaging 19.6 points across his last 11 appearances, though he's failed to offer much production in the peripheral categories.

Porter (injury management) will be available for Sunday's game against the Clippers.

Playing on the second leg of a back-to-back, the Nuggets initially listed Porter on the injury report, but he's since shed his "probable" tag and will be available for the 13th consecutive game. Porter is coming off of a quiet night in Friday's blowout loss to Memphis, which he finished with just five points (2-10 FG, 1-7 3Pt), three rebounds and one assist in a season-low 19 minutes.

Porter has been listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Clippers due to injury management of a left heel strain.

Porter finished with five points and three rebounds across 19 minutes in Saturday's loss to the Grizzlies, and while his presence is uncertain for the second half of this back-to-back set, the fact that he's been listed as probable suggests he has decent chances of playing. Porter is averaging 18.7 points per game across 10 February outings.

Porter contributed 25 points (8-14 FG, 6-10 3Pt, 3-3 FT), six rebounds and one block in 29 minutes during Thursday's 115-109 win over Cleveland.

This was one of Porter's best scoring performances of the season, and he was particularly efficient from deep after tying his season-high mark in three-pointers made. Porter has scored at least 20 points in five of his nine appearances this month and is averaging 20.2 points per game in February.

Porter posted 22 points (8-16 FG, 5-10 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 33 minutes during Wednesday's 118-109 win over the Mavericks.

Porter had a terrific first half with 15 points on 6-of-7 shooting from the field, including 3-of-4 from beyond the arc. Things didn't go so well in the second half, however, as the small forward knocked down just two more shots on nine attempts to finish second on the team in scoring with 22 points. Despite the late struggles, Porter still led the contest with five three-pointers and has now drained five threes in back-to-back games. It was also his fourth time breaking the 20-point barrier in eight games this month.

Porter closed Monday's 112-108 victory over the Heat with 17 points (6-15 FG, 5-13 3Pt), six rebounds, one block and one steal in 33 minutes.

Porter has been remarkably consistent of late and has scored in double digits in nine games in a row while also reaching the 20-point plateau four times in that span. He's averaging 18.9 points, 4.3 rebounds and 1.0 steals per game.

Porter finished Tuesday's 146-112 win over the Timberwolves with 30 points (11-15 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 29 minutes.

Though the Nuggets welcome back Nikola Jokic (hamstring), Aaron Gordon (ankle) and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (ankle) from one-game absences, Porter didn't see a noticeable downturn in his productivity after he had been the only regular Denver starter to suit up in the team's previous contest Sunday in Minnesota. Even with head coach Michael Malone resting key rotation players down the stretch while Denver took a 35-point lead into the final quarter, the absence of Jamal Murray (knee) still left enough usage to go around for Porter, who made the most of his touches by shooting at an elite rate. The 24-year-old forward continues to struggle to produce in the defensive categories and as a distributor, but there's no doubting that, when healthy, he's one of the game's more talented perimeter shooters.

Porter contributed 22 points (7-16 FG, 2-10 3Pt, 6-8 FT), three rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal across 31 minutes during Sunday's 128-98 loss to the Timberwolves.

Porter was the only regular starter to appear in Sunday's loss due to the back-to-back and quick turnaround. Porter scored over 20 points for the third time in five games, and he's averaged 19 points, 3.4 rebounds and 1.2 steals since his recent three-game absence.

Porter supplied 23 points (9-16 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals across 30 minutes during Saturday's 128-108 victory over the Hawks.

Porter had a terrific first half, knocking down seven of 10 field goal attempts for 16 points as the Nuggets jumped out to a double-digit lead at the break. The small forward was much more quiet in the second half, adding another seven points on 2-of-4 shooting while adding just one rebound, one steal and a block. Porter finished the night with 23 points, his second time breaking the 20-point barrier in his last four games, and also grabbed a season-high three steals to help Denver win its third straight. He's now shooting 53.6 percent from the field through the first two games this month

Porter racked up 20 points (7-11 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and six rebounds over 29 minutes during Saturday's 126-119 loss to the 76ers.

It was all hands on deck for Denver in a marquee matchup against Philly, as Porter returned from a three-game absence while attending to a family matter and scored 20 or more points for only the third time in January, although he has drained multiple threes in 10 of 12 contests on the month. The 24-year-old continues to play a complementary role behind Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray in the Nuggets offense, but if the oft-injured Porter can stay on the court he could see his numbers rise in the second half of the season.

Porter (personal) will take the floor Saturday against the 76ers.

Porter held a questionable designation on the initial injury report but will return Saturday following a three-game absence for personal reasons. Porter is averaging 15.5 points and 5.0 boards over 28.0 minutes per game in his 11 January appearances.

Porter (personal) is questionable for Saturday's matchup against the 76ers.

Porter, who's missed three straight games due to personal reasons, was initially omitted from the injury report, but it appears his availability is still in question. If the 2018 first-round pick is ruled out again, Bruce Brown (knee) figures to remain the primary beneficiary, though Christian Braun and Vlatko Cancar would also be candidates for increased playing time.

Porter (personal) isn't on the injury report for Saturday's game against the 76ers.

Porter rejoined the Nuggets in Philadelphia on Friday, and he's been cleared to return from a three-game absence due to a personal matter. Bruce Brown (knee) will likely take on a bench role with Porter back in action. Over his five appearances prior to his absence, Porter averaged 16.8 points and 5.2 rebounds in 28.8 minutes per game.

Porter (personal) is questionable for Saturday's game against the 76ers, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter has missed the last three games due to a personal matter but rejoined the Nuggets in Philadelphia on Friday. While it's not yet clear whether he'll be able to suit up Saturday, he appears to be getting closer to returning to the court. Once he's back in action, Bruce Brown will likely retreat to the bench.

Porter (personal) will not take the floor Wednesday versus the Bucks, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter will miss out on his third consecutive game while tending to a personal matter, and it's unclear exactly when he will be ready to rejoin the team. His next opportunity to do so arrives Saturday in Philadelphia. His absence should allow Bruce Brown to draw another start.

Porter (personal) is questionable for Wednesday's matchup in Milwaukee.

Porter has missed back-to-back games due to a personal matter within the family and is a question mark for Wednesday's contest. He's one of five Nuggets who are listed as questionable for the second half of a back-to-back set, so Denver may be extremely shorthanded for a matchup against the Bucks, who recently lost Bobby Portis (knee) for a few weeks but are closer to full strength than they've been all season. If Porter is downgraded to out again, his next chance to suit up won't come until Saturday in Philadelphia.

Porter (personal) is out Tuesday against the Pelicans, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter will miss a second straight game as he attends to a personal matter within the family. Bruce Brown should continue to start at small forward in Porter's absence.

Porter (personal) is questionable for Tuesday's contest against the Pelicans, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter missed Sunday's game against the Thunder due to personal reasons and is in jeopardy of missing a second straight contest. Nikola Jokic (hamstring) and Bones Hyland (finger) are also questionable, so Denver could be extremely shorthanded against a struggling Pelicans squad.

Porter (personal) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Thunder, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter was labeled as questionable a few hours before Sunday's tipoff, and he'll be unable to take the court against Oklahoma City while tending to a personal matter. His next opportunity to play will be Tuesday against the Pelicans, while Bruce Brown, Christan Braun and Davon Reed could see increased run Sunday.

Porter is questionable for Sunday's game against the Thunder due to personal reasons.

Porter wasn't on the Nuggets' initial injury report Sunday, but it's unclear whether he'll be able to suit up against Oklahoma City. If he's sidelined, Bruce Brown, Christian Braun and Davon Reed are candidates to see increased playing time.

Porter notched four points (1-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one block and one steal over 22 minutes during Wednesday's 122-118 victory over the Timberwolves.

Denver is one piece away from running away with the Western Conference, and many believe that Porter is the missing link. Unfortunately, Porter still struggles with consistency problems that have plagued him throughout his tenure in Denver. Porter's 13-game absence put the brakes on an encouraging start to the season, and although his results since returning have also shown promise, he'll occasionally put up a clunker like he did Wednesday night. While there is sometimes a correlation between Porter and Aaron Gordon, it wasn't the case in Wednesday's win as Gordon also had trouble generating offensive numbers.

Porter posted 23 points (9-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 1-1 FT) and four rebounds in 31 minutes during Tuesday's 122-113 win over the Trail Blazers.

Porter had things going on the offensive end Tuesday, going 9-of-13 from the floor en route to 23 points. Unfortunately, he added very little outside of the scoring, something that does put a cap on his overall value. At this point, he is one of those players whose floor almost matches their ceiling. He sits just outside the top 80 for the season, a rank he should be able to maintain without too much trouble moving forward.

Porter had 22 points (9-17 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal across 32 minutes during Friday's 115-103 win over the Clippers.

Porter struggled to put up meaningful scoring totals over the past two weeks, but he snapped the drought with a much better result in Friday's win. Granted, there was a lot of production to absorb in Nikola Jokic's (wrist) absence, and Porter was heavily involved in the effort with 17 shot attempts, his second-highest shot total of the season.

Porter accumulated 18 points (6-9 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and one block in 27 minutes during Monday's 124-111 loss to the Timberwolves.

Porter managed 18 points in the loss but unfortunately, struggled elsewhere. Despite being a top-75 player thus far, it feels as though Porter has yet to hit his stride. He is currently averaging 16.7 points per game, including 2.8 three-pointers. While that is nice enough, managers would love to see him adding some tangible peripheral contributions to his nightly boxscore.

Porter logged 30 points (12-20 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and two steals over 30 minutes during Tuesday's 113-106 victory over the Kings.

Porter bounced back after a poor performance on Christmas day, dropping at least 30 points for just the second time this season. After recently returning from a lengthy injury layoff, Porter has struggled to find his offensive rhythm, up until Tuesday that is. The Nuggets need him to take on a larger piece of the offensive pie, something that he will hopefully be able to do moving forward.

Porter will remain on a minutes restriction during Sunday's Christmas Day matchup against Phoenix, independent NBA writer T.J. McBride reports.

Porter returned to the court Friday against the Trail Blazers and logged 18 points, five rebounds, two assists and a steal in 27 minutes. While coach Michael Malone didn't specify how much Porter would play Sunday, it wouldn't be surprising to see him with a workload similar to the one he had against Portland.

Porter supplied 18 points (7-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal in 27 minutes during Friday's 120-107 win over the Trail Blazers.

Porter was very quiet in the first half, scoring seven points on 3-of-7 shooting from the field while failing to post any assists or rebounds. The Nuggets forward came out strong to begin the second half with 11 points on 4-of-5 shooting from the field in the third quarter before missing his only shot attempt in the fourth. Porter finished third on the team with 18 points in the contest and he's now reached that mark only four times since the start of November.

Porter (heel) will start Friday's game against the Trail Blazers, but he'll be under a minutes restriction, independent NBA reporter T.J. McBride reports.

As expected, Porter will return to action for the first time since Nov. 22, but he'll be limited while he works his way back to full strength. Bruce Brown has shifted to a reserve in Porter's absence, but the versatile forward should still see a sizable role off the bench. Before his absence, Porter averaged 16.4 points in 29.1 minutes across his first 16 appearances this season.

Porter (heel) indicated Thursday that he will retake the floor for Friday's game versus the Trail Blazers, Chris Dempsey of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter rejoined the team at practice Thursday, which seemingly signaled he could retake the floor Friday. He confirmed as such following the session. Head coach Michael Malone suggested that Porter is the team's starting small forward moving forward but also granted that he will likely return on a minutes restriction. With that information all in hand, Porter appears set for a limited starting role Friday, likely bumping Bruce Brown to the bench.

Porter (heel) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter has missed the last 13 games with a heel injury. While the 24-year-old forward doesn't yet have an injury designation for Friday's matchup with Portland, his return to practice is a good sign of his availability. If Porter doesn't suit up versus the Trail Blazers, his next chance to play will be Sunday's game against the Suns.

Porter (heel) won't play in Tuesday's game versus Memphis, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter hasn't played since Nov. 22 due to a heel injury. While he won't return Tuesday, Nuggets coach Mike Malone said there's a chance he comes back for Friday's matchup with Portland.

Porter (heel) is doubtful for Tuesday's contest against the Grizzlies.

While Porter's chances of playing Tuesday still seem slim, it is encouraging to see the 24-year-old's injury status improve in some regard. If Porter ultimately can't suit up, his next chance to return comes Friday against the Trail Blazers.

Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said Sunday that Porter (heel) has made steady progress in his rehabilitation and is nearing a return to game action, Dennis Georgatos of The Associated Press reports. "He's been doing more and more with the training staff," Malone said. "Maybe there's a chance in the next week to 10 days we can try to get him back and work him back into that rotation. We miss Michael Porter. He's a big part of what we're trying to do here."

Porter was once again sidelined for Sunday's 119-115 win over the Hornets, marking his 12th consecutive absence due to a left heel strain. Based on Malone's comments about Porter possibly returning in the next 7-to-10 days, the forward can probably be ruled out for the entirety of the Nuggets' upcoming three-game week. A return for one game of the Nuggets' Dec. 27 and 28 back-to-back set in Sacramento could be a realistic target for Porter if he continues to avoid setbacks while ramping up his on-court activity.

Porter (heel) will not dress for Sunday's game against Charlotte.

Porter will miss a 12th consecutive contest due to a left heel issue. Bruce Brown should remain in the starting lineup until his return. Porter will have another opportunity to play Tuesday against the Grizzlies.

Porter (heel) is out for Friday's game against the the Lakers.

Porter hasn't played since Nov. 22 while recovering from a heel injury. He has begun to practice in a limited capacity, but there is no definitive timetable for his return. Porter's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Charlotte.

Porter (heel) remains out for Wednesday's game versus the Wizards, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter will skip his 10th straight game while working his way back from a heel injury, but he did log a limited practice Monday, suggesting he's drawing closer to a return. Porter's next opportunity to suit up surfaces Friday against the Lakers in LA.

Porter (heel) was active in portions of Monday's practice, but is unlikely to play in Wednesday's game against the Wizards, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Monday marked Porter's first practice since suffering a left heel strain in the late portions of November, an encouraging sign given his lengthy absence without a return timeline. Although he is slated to sit out once more Wednesday, the team hopes that he can continue to be more involved in practice throughout the week and eventually work his way back onto the floor. Bruce Brown, Davon Reed and Vlatko Cancar will continue to benefit from his absence.

Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said Thursday that there is still no timeline on a return Porter (heel), Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter will miss his eighth consecutive game Thursday due to a left heel strain. Bruce Brown will likely continue to start in relief of Porter until the 24-year-old is able to return. With no timetable to return, the Nuggets will continue to rely on production from Bruce Brown, Vlatko Cancar and Davon Reed.

Porter (heel) is listed as out for Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers.

He'll miss his eighth consecutive game on account of a left heel strain. In Porter's stead, look for Bruce Brown to pick up another start on the wing alongside Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (wrist), who is listed as probable for the contest.

Porter (heel) is questionable to play in Thursday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Porter has missed the last seven games due to a left heel strain. If Porter is ruled out Thursday, his listing is a good sign that he'll be available for Saturday's game against the Jazz.

Porter (heel) doesn't have a timeframe for his return to the floor, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Head coach Michael Malone noted that Porter is making some improvements but said he didn't practice Friday and the team will stay patient for his return. It certainly doesn't seem like Porter is closing in on a return at this point. Porter's eventual return to practice should signal he's drawing close to retaking the floor.

Porter (heel) is out Friday against the Hawks.

Porter will miss a fifth straight game with a bruised left heel, and the Nuggets continue to take his status on a game-to-game basis. Vlatko Cancar, Davon Reed and Bruce Brown remain candidates for increased roles.

Porter (heel) is out Wednesday against the Rockets.

Porter will be sidelined for a fourth straight game due to a bruised left heel. On a positive note, Bones Hyland (illness) is questionable to return following a three-game absence. Porter's next chance to play is Friday at Atlanta.

Porter (heel) is out for Monday's contest against the Rockets,

After being ruled as doubtful, Porter is officially out for Monday's contest against Houston. This will mark the 6-foot-10 forward's third straight missed contest. Porter's next chance to return comes Wednesday during a rematch against the Rockets.

Porter (heel) is officially listed as doubtful for Monday's matchup against Houston.

Porter didn't practice Sunday and is now listed as doubtful, so it's appears highly unlikely that he'll be available Monday. If he's sidelined, it'd mark his third straight absence due to the heel injury and would leave plenty minutes available for the likes of Davon Reed and Vlatko Cancar.

Porter (heel) didn't participate in Sunday's practice, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Denver has yet to officially update Porter's status for Monday's contest against the Rockets, but his absence from practice wouldn't seem to be a good sign for his chances of putting an end to his two-game absence. If Porter remains sidelined Monday, Bruce Brown would likely be in line for another start on the wing alongside Kentavious Caldwell-Pope.

Porter (heel) will not take the floor Friday against the Clippers.

Porter will miss a second consecutive game due to the heel injury, which should allow Bruce Brown and Davon Reed to see extended run. Porter's next chance to play will come on Monday against Houston.

Porter (heel) is questionable for Friday's game against the Clippers.

A bruised left heel prevented Porter from playing Wednesday against the Thunder. His three-point shooting has cooled off significantly, as he's hit just 30.6 percent of his triples across his past six appearances. If he sits out again Friday, more minutes could be in store for Vlatko Cancar, Bruce Brown, Davon Reed and others.

Porter (heel) is out for Wednesday's game against the Thunder, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter, Jamal Murray (conditioning) and Bones Hyland (illness) are out, while Nikola Jokic (conditioning) is in. More minutes should be available for Christian Braun, Bruce Brown, Zeke Nnaji and Davon Reed.

Porter is listed as questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Thunder due to a left heel contusion.

The Nuggets could be very shorthanded against the Thunder, with Porter, Nikola Jokic (conditioning) and Jamal Murray (conditioning) all questionable. If the 24-year-old forward is unable to play in Wednesday's game, Bruce Brown and Christian Braun are candidates to receive extended minutes. Porter's next opportunity to play after their matchup with Oklahoma City would be Friday's game against the Clippers.

Porter posted 18 points (7-15 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 33 minutes during Tuesday's 110-108 loss to the Pistons.

Porter was Denver's second-best offensive player behind Nikola Jokic in this game, but he also got it done on the other end of the court -- he ended just two boards shy from a double-double and also registered multiple blocks for the first time in the current campaign. Porter has struggled with efficiency at times, but he's still averaging 16.4 points and 6.0 rebounds per game while shooting 46.6 percent from the field and 42.7 percent from three-point range.

Porter recorded ten points (4-15 FG, 1-5 3PT, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 24 minutes in Friday's 127-99 loss to the Mavericks.

With Nikola Jocic (COVID 19 protocols) and Jamal Murray (COVID 19 protocols) sidelined, Porter was expected to take on a heavier offensive burden. However, he struggled from the field and ended up playing just 24 minutes. He will look to bounce back in Sunday's game against the Mavericks.

Porter ended with 31 points (11-16 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 3-3 FT), one rebound, two assists and two steals in 24 minutes during Sunday's 126-103 win over the Bulls.

Porter ended up as the Nuggets' highest scorer in a game where Nikola Jokic had a relatively quiet performance, and it was also a bounce-back effort for him since he was coming off a season-low seven points in Friday's loss against the Celtics. That lack of consistency doesn't help fantasy managers, but Porter remains a strong contributor across all formats due to his excellent all-around value. He's averaging 17.5 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.3 assists per game across six November appearances.

Porter provided seven points (3-10 FG, 1-6 3Pt) and four rebounds in 25 minutes during Friday's 131-112 loss to the Celtics.

Porter's seven points were a season low, with his previous low mark being 11 points. However, he managed to keep his streak alive of making at least one three-pointer in every game this season. Before Friday's dud, he averaged 17.8 points on 48.9 percent from the field and 48.6 percent from deep. Both numbers will presumably regress as the season goes along, but he's among the elite shooters in the NBA with a career 42.5 percent mark from distance.

Porter notched 24 points (9-16 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one steal across 30 minutes during Monday's 115-109 victory over San Antonio.

Porter was efficient from the field en route to a season-high 24 points, marking his third outing with at least 20 points. The sharpshooter has also grabbed at least six rebounds in all but one contest this season and is averaging 17.0 points and 7.3 rebounds in 29.2 minutes per game.

Porter had 15 points (6-10 FG, 3-6 3Pt), nine rebounds and one steal over 30 minutes during Saturday's 126-101 win over the Spurs.

Porter played a big role in getting the Nuggets out to a big lead in the first quarter, scoring eight points on 3-of-4 shooting, while also going 2-of-2 from behind the arc. He did most of his damage in the first quarter, scoring just five points in the second half on 2-of-4 shooting from the field and going scoreless in the fourth quarter. Porter also collected nine rebounds on the night, the third time he's reached that mark in his last four games.

Porter will start Friday's contest against the Jazz, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

After sitting out Wednesday, Porter was listed as questionable for Friday's contest due to injury maintenance, but as expected, he'll return to action against Utah. The sharpshooter has been lights out to start the 2022-23 campaign, posting 18.0 points per game on 50.0 percent shooting from three.

Porter (back) said that he intends to play in Friday's game against the Jazz, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

While Porter is technically still considered questionable for the contest, it sounds like barring any setbacks, he'll rejoin the lineup for Friday's home game against Utah. In four appearances this season, the fourth-year forward has averaged 18.0 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.3 assists per contest while shooting 50 percent from three-point range.

Porter (back) is officially listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Jazz, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

While the injury report would seemingly label Porter as a question mark for Friday, it's worth mentioning that head coach Michael Malone was much more optimistic about his chances of returning, so it may be best to view him with a strong probable lean to his questionable tag. Look for Porter to rejoin the starting lineup if he's cleared to play.

Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said he thinks Porter (back) will be ready to play Friday against the Jazz, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter popped up on the injury report ahead Wednesday due to injury management for a lumbar/spine issue and ultimately sat out the Nuggets' 110-99 win over the Lakers. Though the talented forward's long history of back issues made his appearance on the injury report somewhat worrisome, Malone indicated that the Nuggets were taking a big-picture approach with Porter's health. Malone added that Porter likely would have played Wednesday if the Nuggets really needed him to, so with a couple extra days of maintenance, the 24-year-old looks like he'll be ready to return to the lineup Friday with few restrictions, if any.

Porter (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Lakers.

Despite Porter being listed as questionable on the injury report, it appears Adrian Wojnarowski was right all along, and Porter will miss Wednesday's game as he manages a back issue. Bruce Brown will join the starting five in his absence, and Porter will look to rejoin the lineup Friday versus the Jazz.

Nuggets coach Mike Malone said Porter (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game versus the Lakers, Mike Trudell of the Lakers' official site reports.

Despite a report from Adrian Wojnarowski earlier, Malone has yet to officially rule out Porter. If Porter does not play, Bruce Brown or Jeff Green (finger) are expected to be inserted into the starting lineup.

Porter (back) will not play in Wednesday's game versus the Lakers, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Porter is being held out due to lumbar management, as he has been plagued with back issues throughout his young career. Per Wojnarowski, there is optimism that the 6-10 forward could return for Friday's game against the Jazz. Jeff Green (finger) and Bruce Brown should be in line for extended playing time with Porter out.

Porter (back) went through shootaround ahead of Wednesday's contest against the Lakers, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter is listed as questionable due to injury management, so while he may sit out Wednesday, he doesn't appear to be in danger of missing multiple games. His participation in shootaround isn't surprising and doesn't necessarily change the outlook on his status against Los Angeles, but it does confirm that the fact that his presence on the injury report is merely precautionary. The sharpshooting big man has been lights out to start the campaign, averaging 18.0 points on 50.0 percent shooting from three. If he's ultimately sidelined against the Lakers, Bruce Brown and Jeff Green (finger) would be strong candidates to join the starting lineup.

Porter (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Lakers due to injury management.

Porter has been lights out to start the season, posting 18.0 points per game while shooting 51.0 percent from the field and 50.0 percent from downtown. However, it appears the Nuggets will continue to be cautious with the sharpshooter's lingering back issues. If Porter is ultimately ruled out, Bruce Brown and Jeff Green (finger) would be strong candidates to join the starting lineup.

Porter had 17 points (6-12 FG, 5-10 3Pt), six rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 28 minutes during Friday's 128-123 victory over the Warriors.

Nearly all of Porter's points came from beyond the arc, as he hit an efficient five of 10 three-point attempts. He's off to a nice start this season, averaging 16.0 points, 6.5 rebounds and 1.0 steals while shooting 50 percent from the field overall and going 7-for-14 from deep. Porter takes plenty of threes, but he still puts up a high field-goal percentage; for his career, the forward is averaging nearly two made triples per game while shooting over 51 percent from the field overall.

Porter posted 15 points (5-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and one steal over 35 minutes during Wednesday's 123-102 loss to Utah.

Porter ended just three boards away from opening the season with a double-double, but aside from that, there's not much to highlight in a game where the Nuggets underperformed massively. Porter is expected to be a secondary scorer for the Nuggets as he shares the court with Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray, but his ability to contribute in other categories should still make him a viable fantasy option in most formats.

Porter managed 20 points (8-17 FG, 4-8 3Pt), seven rebounds, two steals and one assist in 22 minutes during Friday's preseason loss to the Bulls.

Porter attempted a game-high 17 shots in the loss, indicating that he has fully recovered from a back injury that cost him the bulk of last season. Managers are right to be cautious when it comes to projecting his value moving forward, although given the upside, it makes sense to target him in the mid to late rounds of standard drafts.

Porter is not listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's preseason opener against the Thunder, Harrison Wind of DNVR Sports reports.

Throughout the offseason, the Nuggets maintained that they believe Porter will be ready to go for the start of the preseason, and that still appears to be the case. It's possible the team will limit his workload during the exhibition schedule, but the hope is that Porter's back will not be an issue to begin the regular season after he was limited to just nine appearances in 2021-22.

Porter is not listed on the injury report ahead of Monday's preseason opener against the Thunder, Harrison Wind of DNVR Sports reports.

Throughout the offseason, the Nuggets maintained that they believe Porter will be ready to go for the start of the preseason, and that still appears to be the case. It's possible the team will limit his workload during the exhibition schedule, but the hope is that Porter's back will not be an issue to begin the regular season after he was limited to just nine appearances in 2021-22.

Porter (back) told reporters Monday that he "[doesn't] have any limitations" going into training camp, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter appeared in just nine games before undergoing lumbar spine surgery last December, which ultimately caused him to miss the rest of the 2022-23 season following a setback in March. While it was already expected that the young forward would be healthy for camp, it's encouraging to hear that Porter feels good ahead of the 2022-23 season. If he can manage to stay healthy, he'll be an essential part of Denver's rotation as soon as the regular season begins Oct. 19 against Utah.

Porter (back) told reporters Monday that he "[doesn't] have any limitations" going into training camp, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter appeared in just nine games before undergoing lumbar spine surgery last December, which ultimately caused him to miss the rest of the 2022-23 season following a setback in March. While it was already expected that the young forward would be healthy for camp, it's encouraging to hear that Porter feels good ahead of the 2022-23 season. If he can manage to stay healthy, he'll be an important part of Denver's rotation as soon as the regular season begins Oct. 19 against Utah.

Nuggets general manager Calvin Booth intimated Monday that he believes Porter (back) will be healthy for the start of the season, Sam Amico of Hoops Wire reports.

After undergoing lumbar spine surgery on Dec. 1 -- his third back procedure in just over four years -- Porter had initially targeted a return to the lineup at some point in March. However, Porter's timeline for playing was pushed back due to a setback, which was a result of overwork rather than an aggravation of the back issue. It's not surprising he'll be healthy for camp -- anything else would be a serious concern -- but fantasy managers have to exercise extreme caution when considering Porter on draft day. The promising forward fell into the lap of the Nuggets during the 2018 Draft due to injury concerns, and those concerns have proven valid. In 2020-21, he ranked 41st in eight-category fantasy league on a per-game basis, but the fact is, he's played just 125 games in four years.

Porter (back) said Saturday after the Nuggets' 123-101 loss to the Warriors in Game 1 that he's hopeful to play at some point during the series, Marc J. Spears of ESPN.com reports. "Right now, I'm taking it game by game. I'm not ruling anything out," Porter said. "This is a thing I don't ever want to deal with again, so I'm just taking my time...I'm playing it game by game. Every day I'm getting closer."

After undergoing lumbar spine surgery on Dec. 1 -- his third back procedure in just over four years -- Porter had initially targeted a return to the lineup at some point in March. However, Porter's timeline for playing was pushed back due to a setback, which Mike Singer of The Denver Post relays was a result of overwork rather than an aggravation of the back issue. Porter sounds like he's making strides in his recovery, but the Nuggets have yet to offer any indication that the 6-foot-10 forward has resumed full-court, full-contact activities. Assuming that's the case, Porter will face long odds to be available for the series with Golden State, despite his own optimism about his health.

Porter (back) is not expected to play during the postseason, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Porter was on the verge of returning late last month but suffered a setback in the ramp-up process, and it's apparently significant enough to likely keep him out for the postseason. After missing all of his rookie season, Porter has appeared in just 125 regular-season games across the past three years. Fantasy managers looking to draft Porter next season have to keep in mind his injury history, as it was also the reason he fell in the 2018 Draft.

Porter (back) set a minor setback in his rehab and no decision has been made about his availability for the rest of the season, Mike Singer of the Denver Post reports.

This is a tough blow for the Nuggets and Porter, as it seemed like the forward could be returning this week. That now seems highly unlikely, and the looming question is whether he'll be shut down for the remainder of the season. Fantasy managers still clinging onto Porter, or those that picked up him recently, should cut bait.

Porter (back) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Pacers.

Porter is drawing closer to his return from back surgery, but he'll remain out for at least one more game. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against Minnesota.

Porter (back) has been ruled out for Monday's contest against the Hornets.

Porter is inching towards the final stages of his recovery from back surgery, but he'll remain out for at least one more game. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday against the Pacers.

Porter (back) is listed as out Saturday against the Thunder.

Last week, the Nuggets indicated that Porter may have a chance to get back on the floor sometime this week, but it looks like he's still in the final stages of his recovery from back surgery. The sharpshooting wing recently completed a rehab stint in the G League and his status will likely be handled on a game-to-game basis going forward. Porter has not played since Nov. 6.

Porter (back) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Suns.

Although he could still return to the court before the end of March, it appears Porter isn't quite there yet and he won't be available when the Nuggets host the Suns on Thursday. If rehab continues to go well with the G League's Grand Rapids Gold, however, Porter's next opportunity to return from the long absence could come Saturday against the Thunder.

Porter (back) could return as soon as next week, Ryan Blackburn of Denver Stiffs reports.

This news tracks with the timetable that was given in late February, but the fact that it's being reiterated is a good sign that things are going well in Porter's G League rehab stint. Once Porter returns, he'll presumably be on a conservative minutes limit in his first several games back, if not longer. That said, Denver will want to ramp him up as much as possible heading into the playoffs.

The Nuggets are planning to send Porter (back) to the G League's Grand Rapids Gold to scrimmage later this week, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Singer adds that the Nuggets rarely go through full practices at this point in the season, so the stint in the G League will give Porter a better opportunity to get his legs under him before making an eventual return to game action. The 23-year-old forward was able to go through 1-on-1 drills during practice Tuesday, and Sam Amick of the Athletic reports that Denver is anticipating his return to the lineup sometime between mid-to-late March.

Porter is expected to make his return to the Denver lineup in mid-to-late March, a source familiar with the forward's recovery from late-November lumbar spine surgery tells Sam Amick of The Athletic.

Amick's report provides a more precise follow-up target timeline for Porter's return to game action after Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN relayed Sunday via Porter's agent, Mark Bartelstein, that the 23-year-old forward was set to resume on-court contact basketball activities within the next week before making his return "sometime" in March. In the same report, Amick notes that the Nuggets also expect Jamal Murray (knee) to make his 2021-22 debut at some point before the end of the regular season, though the 25-year-old guard's timeline is murkier than Porter's at this stage. Before undergoing the third back surgery of his career, Porter had struggled mightily through Denver's first nine games, averaging just 9.9 points in 29.4 minutes per game on horrid 35.9/55.6/20.8 percent shooting splits from the field, free-throw line and three-point range, respectively. It's likely that playing through a nerve issue in his back contributed to his demise, but he's since resumed shooting pain-free in recent weeks. If Porter c

Porter (back) is on course to return to game action sometime in the month of March, ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski reports.

There have been rumblings of late that Porter is making significant progress in his return from back surgery, and this latest report -- sourced from his agent, Mark Bartelstein -- notes that the forward is expecting to be cleared for full contact work within the next week. This is a major development for a Nuggets team also hoping to get Jamal Murray (knee) back in advance of the postseason. Porter has not played since Nov. 6, and he underwent surgery roughly three months ago, so he'll likely require a multi-week ramp-up period. However, assuming all goes well, there looks to be a good chance that he'll be able to get a handful of games under his belt before the playoffs begin in mid-April. Porter has appeared in only nine games this season, averaging 9.9 points, 6.6 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.1 steals and shooting just 20.8 percent from three.

Porter (back) will be physically cleared to return before the end of the season, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

The Nuggets never formally ruled Porter out for the season since he underwent surgery at the beginning of October, but Denver was granted a disabled player exception for the 23-year-old at the end of January, implying he wouldn't be able return in 2021-22. However, if the Nuggets don't use the $2.7 million exception before the March 10 deadline, Porter would still be eligible to return for a potential playoff run. Denver was shockingly quiet at the trade deadline, which may suggest they are feeling confident about Porter and Jamal Murray (knee) returning by the end of the season.

Porter (back) will not return this season as he continues to rehab following back surgery in early December, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

We haven't heard much from the Nuggets on Porter's status, though he was spotted going through some light, on-court shooting drills earlier in January. While he looks to be moving in the right direction, the team has made the decision not to bring him back in 2021-22. As such, Denver has been granted a disabled player exception worth $2.7 million. The Nuggets will have until March 10 to use the exception toward adding another depth piece to the roster. For now, the hope is that Porter, who signed a five-year, $172.6 million extension in September, can come back healthy to begin the 2022-23 campaign.

Porter was spotted going through light shooting drills prior to Monday's game against Dallas, Mike Singer of the Denver Post reports.

Porter underwent another back surgery just over a month ago, so it's extremely encouraging that he's already been cleared for even the lightest on-court work. The expectation remains that Porter will likely remain sidelined for the duration of the 2021-22 season, but the Nuggets have not firmly closed the door on a potential return, so the 23-year-old's rehab process will be worth monitoring closely. For fantasy purposes, however, Porter Jr.'s season can essentially be chalked up as a loss. Even if he were to come back, it would likely be too late for him to salvage much value for season-long managers.

Porter (back) will undergo surgery Wednesday on his lower back, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

While Porter is expected to make a full recovery, this is close to the worst-case scenario for the 23-year-old, who's already undergone a pair of surgeries on his back, which has been an issue dating back to his days as a high school standout. As of now, no return timetable has been handed down, but more details are expected to emerge later this week once the procedure is complete. Whether the surgery ultimately spells the end of Porter's 2021-22 season remains to be seen, but fantasy managers should brace for a multi-month absence, regardless.

Porter (back) is dealing with a nerve issue in his back that could cause him to miss significant time, Mike Singer of the Denver Post reports.

Porter hasn't played since Nov. 6, but until now the Nuggets have not been very forthcoming with details surrounding his absence. The 23-year-old has a history of back injuries -- he's already undergone a pair of surgeries -- and this latest issue could result in another procedure, per Singer. The hope, of course, is that Porter can avoid that path. Thus far in his rehab, he's been focusing on strength training, but the Nuggets will reportedly give him one more week to demonstrate tangible progress before "other treatment options" are considered. At this point, Porter's path forward is very much unclear, but it doesn't appear as though he'll be back on the floor for the Nuggets anytime soon. If he were to undergo surgery, it would almost certainly put an abrupt end to his 2021-22 season. Porter has appeared in only nine games thus far, with Sunday's loss to Phoenix marking his eighth consecutive absence.

Coach Michael Malone said Sunday that Porter (back) remains out for the "foreseeable future," Nuggets writer T.J. McBride reports.

The Nuggets have revealed very little information about the back soreness that will cost Porter his fourth straight game when the Nuggets face the Blazers on Sunday night. It doesn't appear that he'll be back on the floor anytime soon, but the Nuggets have not offered any sort of timetable. McBride notes that a recent MRI did not reveal anything of great concern, so for the time being Porter will be monitored closely until the team's medical staff feels he's ready to return to on-court work. With a four-game Week 5 ahead for Denver, Porter should be left on the bench in weekly lineup leagues.

Porter (back) is out Sunday against the Trail Blazers, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter remains day-to-day with back soreness and will not play Sunday. Given his history of back problems, it wouldn't be surprising to see him sidelined for an extended period of time.

Porter (back) will not play Friday against the Hawks.

The Nuggets still haven't provided much in the way of a concrete update on Porter, but this will be his third straight absence due to a sore back. Earlier in the week, coach Michael Malone sounded as though he was bracing for Porter to miss several games, but for now the team appears to be handling his status on a game-by-game basis. Looking ahead, the Nuggets have four games on their upcoming Week 5 schedule, but fantasy managers will want to wait for an update before locking Porter into any lineups.

Updating a previous report, Porter (back) is officially listed as out for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Earlier Tuesday afternoon, coach Mike Malone told the media that he expected Porter to be listed as questionable for Wednesday's contest, but that seemingly ran contrary to his comments from earlier in the week, when he said he thought Porter would be out "for the foreseeable future." Either way, the Nuggets appear to still be evaluating Porter, whose history of concerning back problems implies that the team will likely exercise caution. For now, Porter hasn't been ruled out beyond Wednesday, but fantasy managers should brace for the talented young forward to potentially miss several games.

Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said Tuesday that Porter (back) will probably be listed as questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pacers, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports. "We're still trying to get a real grasp on the injury, the diagnosis of the injury, and what that means moving forward," Malone said of Porter.

Malone's comments were seemingly an about-face from what he suggested about Porter's injury Monday, when he said the 23-year-old forward would be out for the "foreseeable future" due to his back injury. Despite receiving the "questionable" label a day later, Porter is still more likely than not to sit out Wednesday, and fantasy managers shouldn't count on him returning to the court later this week, given his history of back problems. Malone noted that vice president of sports medicine Steve Short and the Nuggets team doctors are continuing to decide the best course of action for Porter, so Denver could be inclined to evaluate his status on a game-by-game basis.

Porter (back) is expected to remain out for the "foreseeable future", Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

The team has yet to provide a concrete timetable for Porter's return, but this latest update indicates he's not close to a return. PJ Dozier and Jeff Green will benefit from a playing time standpoint until Porter is cleared for action.

Porter (back) has been ruled out of Monday's game against the Heat, Katy Winge of Altitude TV reports.

The Nuggets haven't commented on the scans Porter was reportedly set to undergo Sunday, but he's officially listed as out due to lower-back soreness on the injury report. Given Porter's history of back issues, this is obviously a major concern, but for now at least the Nuggets will likely handle his status on a game-to-game basis. Even before the back soreness, Porter was off to a rough start to the season, failing to score more than 15 points in any of his first nine appearances. On the year, Porter is shooting just 35.9 percent from the field and 20.8 percent from three while attempting only nine total free throws.

Porter (back) is not practicing Sunday and will undergo further testing on his back, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter left in the first quarter of Saturday's game against the Rockets due to lower back soreness and will now be going to get additional testing done to ensure it's nothing more than that. The 23-year-old forward has had a brutal history of back injuries, so his status is certainly worth monitoring ahead of Monday's meeting against the Heat.

Porter (back) will not return to play Saturday versus Houston.

Porter recorded one of his worst stat lines, two points and four rebounds across seven minutes. He will try to return Monday versus Miami. However, his health status for that game is not promising so far.

Porter has lower back soreness and is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Rockets.

Porter went to the locker room during the first quarter after blowing a fast break layup and seemingly injuring his back in the process. For Porter, this is especially concerning since he has an extensive history of back injuries.

Porter exited the Nuggets' game Saturday versus Houston because of a quadriceps injury, according to Brendan Vogt of The DNVR.com.

Porter uncomfortably grabbed his left quad after a layup attempt. His return is questionable.

Porter added 12 points (6-12 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 0-1 FT), 11 rebounds and one steal during Wednesday's loss to Memphis.

Although posting double figures offensively for a sixth time in eight games so far this year, Porter hasn't scored more than 15 points, as the forward has been struggling overall from the field. Porter especially has been below-average from three-point range shooting a mere 21.7 percent. Maybe the 23-year-old can get things rolling when the Nuggets face the Rockets on Saturday, as the Rockets are 22nd in the league in points-allowed (110.6 ppg) and 20th in opponent field-goal percentage (45.3).

Porter tallied 11 points (4-14 FG, 3-9 3Pt), five rebounds, three assists, one steal and one blocked shot over 27 minutes in Monday's loss to Cleveland.

Nearly every Nugget not named Nikola Jokic struggled in the low-scoring loss, and Porter was no exception. He did at least manage to contribute a trio of triples and some defensive stats, but fantasy managers who roster Porter aren't likely to view this performance as a shaking of his season-opening slump that has seen him shoot just 38.2 percent from the field while averaging 11.0 points and 4.0 rebounds through three contests.

Porter totaled 15 points (6-10 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, five assists and two steals over 34 minutes in a 110-98 win over Phoenix on Wednesday.

Behind reigning MVP Nikola Jokic, Porter and Will Barton combined to score 35 points, with each of the two players adding six boards and five dimes. Though his scoring total was slightly below last season's 19.0 average points per game, it was nice to see Porter hand out a handful of assists -- he averaged just over one dime per game in 61 contests last year. In fact, his five assists in the season opener tied a career high.

Porter (knee) is not on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against Phoenix.

Porter was held out of the preseason finale with a knee issue, but his absence was likely precautionary. The 23-year-old will be locked into a starting forward spot this season and is widely considered to be among the favorites for the Most Improved Player award after a strong 2020-21 campaign in which he averaged 19.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 0.9 blocks and 2.8 threes per game. With Jamal Murray (knee) sidelined for several more months, Porter will be tasked with serving as the No. 2 offensive option alongside reigning MVP Nikola Jokic.

Porter (knee) is out Thursday against the Thunder, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

The Nuggets are wrapping up the preseason on the second night of a back-to-back, so this news isn't surprising. He should be fine for the opener Wednesday against the Suns.

Porter (knee) is questionable for Thursday's preseason finale against the Thunder, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter is dealing with some knee soreness, so it wouldn't be surprising to see him sit out on the second night of a preseason back-to-back. Nikola Jokic (ankle) and Monte Morris (knee) are also questionable.

Porter (knee) will play in Friday's exhibition matchup with the Timberwolves.

Porter was nursing right knee soreness prior to the game, but he looks to have cleared any concern regarding the issue. Still, expect the Nuggets to be cautious with their recently max-extended forward in order to ensure his health ahead of the regular season.

Porter (knee) is questionable for Friday's preseason contest against the Timberwolves, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter is dealing with right knee soreness and sat out Wednesday's game after initially being listed as probable. The Nuggets will continue to be cautious with their newly-signed forward, who inked a five-year max in late September.

Porter (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's preseason game against the Warriors, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter developed some knee soreness in Denver's preseason opener on Monday, and while it isn't reported to be serious, the team is giving him the night off to rest. His next opportunity to return will come Friday against the Timberwolves.

Porter is probable for Wednesday's preseason contest against the Warriors, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter played 22 minutes in the preseason opener and posted 23 points, seven rebounds and one assist. He picked up some knee soreness along the way, but it shouldn't prevent him from playing again Wednesday.

Porter and the Nuggets agreed to terms Monday on a five-year, designated max extension that could be worth up to $207 million, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Coming off of a breakout season, Porter Jr. has locked in a max deal that includes a base salary of $172 million, which could skyrocket north of $200 million if he makes an All-NBA team in 2021-22. The fourth player from the 2018 class to sign the rookie max, Porter Jr. has emerged as a key piece for the Nuggets alongside Jamal Murray (knee) and reigning MVP Nikola Jokic. After missing his entire rookie season (2018-19) while recovering from back surgery, Porter Jr. appeared in 55 games in 2019-20 but had his workload closely monitored. Playing without restrictions last season, Porter Jr. posted 19.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, 1.1 assists and 0.9 blocks per game while shooting 54.2 percent from the field and 44.5 percent from three (6.3 3PA/G). The shooting, in particular, is what separates Porter Jr. from his peers, and the Nuggets hope he can emerge as a true No. 2 option next to Jokic with Murray set to miss much of the 2021-22 campaign while recovering from a torn ACL.

Porter finished Sunday's Game 4 against the Suns with 20 points (7-16 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, three steals and a block.

Porter was questionable coming in as he continues to nurse a sore back, but he played through the discomfort and reached the 20-point plateau for the first time in the series. The Missouri product was clearly bothered by his back for all four games, and whether it continues to be an issue going forward will be something to monitor closely. Back problems caused Porter to fall in the 2018 NBA Draft and cost him his entire rookie season, but until recently he had avoided any significant concerns. If he's able to stay healthy, Porter will be a popular breakout candidate in fantasy circles next season -- especially with Jamal Murray (knee) likely to miss a large swath of the regular season.

Porter (back) will play and start in Friday's Game 3 against the Suns, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

Porter was given a probable designation ahead of Game 3, so this decision is relatively unsurprising. He has been hampered by a sore lower back since Game 1, but should take on his usual role assuming he avoids any setbacks.

Porter (back) is probable for Game 3 against the Suns on Friday, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter will likely continue to be available in Game 3 despite a sore lower back that has hampered his play to start the series. If he's indeed given the green light to play, the 22-year-old will look to get things going at home in Denver after he shot 34.6 percent from the field in the first two games of the series in Phoenix.

Porter finished Wednesday's Game 2 loss to the Suns with 11 points (3-13 FG, 2-9 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds and an assist in 28 minutes.

In order to compete in the series, the Nuggets simply need Porter to step up as a legitimate No. 2 option alongside Nikola Jokic. Through two games, the 22-year-old has struggled to do so, but his sore lower back -- which landed him questionable on the injury report entering Wednesday -- may be partially to blame. Porter will have only one off day before the series shifts to Denver for Game 3 on Friday night. If healthy, Porter is capable of heating up at a moment's notice, but if his jumpshot isn't falling, he typically doesn't offer much else in terms of fantasy production.

Porter (back) is available for Wednesday's Game 2 at Phoenix, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Coach Michael Malone said pre-game he expected the 22-year-old to play, and the forward apparently had no issues while going through warmups. Porter has averaged 18.3 points, 6.7 rebounds and 1.6 assists in 34.1 minutes in the playoffs.

Coach Michael Malone said Porter (back) feels better and is expected to play in Wednesday's Game 2 against the Suns, Gerald Bourquet of FanSided.com reports.

The 22-year-old is officially considered questionable after the injury cropped up during the closing stages of Game 1, though it appears he'll be available barring a setback during warmups. Porter had 15 points (6-13 FG, 3-8 3Pt), seven rebounds and two assists over 31 minutes during the first game of the series.

Porter is questionable for Wednesday's Game 2 against the Suns due to lower back tightness, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter was dealing with the issue toward the end of Game 1, and he ended up playing just 31 minutes. If Porter is ruled out, more minutes would be available for Paul Millsap and JaMychal Green.

Porter is questionable for Wednesday's Game 2 against the Suns due to lower back tightness, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter was dealing with the issue toward the end of Game 1, and he ended up playing just 31 minutes. If Porter is ruled out, more minutes would be available for Paul Millsap and JaMychal Green.

Porter registered 26 points (10-19 FG, 6-12 3Pt), five rebounds, four assists and a steal across 34 minutes in Thursday's win over the Blazers.

Porter reached the 25-point mark for the third game of the series and for the second consecutive time, so he should head to the Western Conference Semifinals on a strong note. The versatile forward averaged 18.8 points and 6.7 rebounds per game during the first-round series against the Blazers, but those scoring numbers got decreased since he scored just three points in Game 4. Otherwise, he would've easily surpassed the 20-point mark in terms of the scoring average.

Porter delivered 26 points (10-13 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 12 rebounds, three assists and two steals across 48 minutes in Tuesday's double-overtime win over the Trail Blazers.

Porter drained a clutch three-pointer in the second time to pull the Nuggets away for good, but the forward did more than that -- he missed just three shots all game long and bounced back after a woeful outing in Game 4. Porter has now scored at least 15 points in four of his five playoff games and has scored at least 25 points in two of those contests.

Porter managed 15 points (5-11 FG, 3-5 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, one assist and one steal in 32 minutes during Thursday's 120-115 win over the Blazers.

The 22-year-old has regressed since popping off for 25 points in Game 1, scoring 18 and 15 points in Games 2 and 3, respectively. Still, Porter is providing solid stats for the Nuggets over the first three games of the series, averaging 19.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, 2.3 three-pointers and 1.0 steals on 48.9 percent field-goal shooting. The second-year forward will look to get back on track scoring-wise in Game 4 on Saturday.

Porter posted 18 points (5-13 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, two steals and an assist across 33 minutes in Monday's 128-109 win over the Trail Blazers.

Although we saw spurts of effectiveness from Porter in the Game 2 win, his shooting stroke seems to abandon him, especially at the beginning. While his work in the secondary categories can often salvage his stat line, that wasn't the case Monday, as he turned in one of his lowest rebound totals of the season.

Porter closed with 25 points (12-21 FG, 1-10 3Pt), nine rebounds and two blocks in 37 minutes during Saturday's 123-109 loss to Portland.

Porter could simply not find his range from the perimeter in the loss, yet still managed to score an efficient 25 points. He also failed to get to the free-throw line, something that he certainly needs to work on if he is to take the next step in his career. Coming off a career-best season, Porter and the Nuggets will look to get back on track when they host Game 2 on Monday.

Porter managed nine points (3-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt) and three rebounds in 15 minutes during Sunday's 132-116 loss to the Blazers.

The 22-year-old ended his strong season on a low note over his past two games, averaging just 9.0 points and 4.5 rebounds while shooting 31.6 percent from the field in that span. Despite the poor ending, Porter had an outstanding season, averaging 19.0 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.8 three-pointers, 0.9 blocks and 0.7 steals through 61 games in his second NBA season. He'll look to carry over his stellar regular season into the NBA playoffs for the third-seeded Nuggets.

Porter has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Minnesota for rest purposes, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter had averaged 25.0 points and 5.6 rebounds in 34.2 minutes per game across his last five appearances, and he'll get a breather for the first half of a back-to-back set. Aaron Gordon, Shaquille Harrison and Vlatko Cancar should see increased run Thursday.

Porter registered 30 points (12-18 FG, 6-10 3Pt), six rebounds, two steals and one assist in 34 minutes during Tuesday's 117-112 win over the Hornets.

The 22-year-old has been on fire over his last three games, averaging 29.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 5.3 three-pointers and 2.0 steals while shooting 61.1 percent from the field in that span. Porter is delivering top-25 fantasy numbers through 59 games this season, producing solid points, rebounds, three-pointers and field-goal percentage with low-end defensive stats. The second-year forward will look to keep up his torrid scoring pace Thursday on the road against the Timberwolves.

Porter had 28 points (11-17 FG, 6-10 3Pt), four rebounds, two assists and two steals in Saturday's loss to the Nets.

While Denver blew a 15-point halftime advantage and suffered its third loss in the last four games, Porter has proven more than capable of functioning as the No. 2 scoring option in the absence of Jamal Murray (knee). He's topped 20 points in 14 of his last 17 games, averaging 24.6 points per game on 55.2 percent shooting (43.5% 3Pt) in that stretch. Over his last 10 appearances, Porter is hitting 4.3 three-pointers per game at a 49.4 percent clip.

Porter mustered 31 points (10-19 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 7-7 FT), six rebounds, two steals and an assist across 38 minutes in Friday's loss against the Jazz.

Porter carried the Nuggets offensively, and the small forward has been thriving of late with 23 or more points in seven of his last nine appearances. He has earned the right to work as the Nuggets' second-best scoring threat with Jamal Murray (knee) out for the season and has seen a spike in both his numbers and his usage rate as a result.

Porter posted 17 points (7-12 FG, 3-6 3Pt), six rebounds and three assists across 25 minutes in Wednesday's 113-97 win over the Knicks.

Porter's numbers continue to cool off, but his regression on Wednesday was simply due to lack of use. His services weren't required down the stretch, and he only logged 25 minutes on the court. While the Nuggets will continue to make a push for seeding, they won't do it at the expense of tiring their best players Both Porter and Nikola Jokic could see their minutes cut in the coming week.

Porter produced 19 points (8-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), six rebounds and a steal across 40 minutes in Monday's 93-89 loss to the Lakers.

The regression game finally arrived for Porter after six stellar performances, but the entire team was to blame for the sub-par effort. The team showed productive spurts against the Lakers' defense with Porter's help and had a chance to win late, but it was an atypical night for Denver overall. Porter's dynamic play over the past couple of months are crucial to the team's success, and he will remain a key piece in Denver's postseason efforts.

Porter scored 25 points (10-16 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT) to go along with seven rebounds and five assists across 37 minutes in Saturday's win over the Clippers.

Porter has caught fire from three-point range of late, and he has drilled at least three triples in nine of his last 10 games. He has also remained a strong source of of boards and blocks in that span, averaging 6.7 rebounds and 1.4 rejections per game. Perhaps most importantly, the team has shown no inclination to limit Porter as the regular season comes to a close, as he's played at least 35 minutes in each of his last six contests.

Porter dropped 23 points (8-19 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, three blocked shots and an assist across 35 minutes in Thursday's 121-111 win over the Raptors.

Porter's status was in doubt after rolling his ankle Wednesday night, and since the team was on a back-to-back game, most assumed that coach Nick Nurse would rest him. Porter would have none of that, and no one can really blame him because the youngster is tearing up the court currently and getting red-hot at the right time with the playoffs just around the corner. Porter's scintillating stat lines have made him an absolute lock in DFS contests this month, and although one would expect an eventual regression if you look at the data, it hasn't happened yet.

Porter (ankle) will play Thursday against the Raptors, Blake Murphy of The Athletic reports.

Porter will be available as expected after he had been listed as probable due to a sprained left ankle. The 22-year-old should be in line for his normal workload in Thursday's game.

Porter is probable for Thursday's game against the Raptors due to a left ankle sprain, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter is a late addition to the injury report, but he's still expected to play in his 49th straight game. Porter has scored in double figures in each of the past 35 games, and he's scored at least 20 points in 10 of the past 11. During this most recent stretch, he's averaging 25.1 points on 55.3 percent shooting, 7.5 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.2 blocks in 36.4 minutes.

Porter posted 28 points (12-21 FG, 3-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block across 40 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Pelicans.

Porter finished just two boards away from putting up what would've been his first double-double since April 14, but the third-year forward led the Nuggets in rebounds while ending as the team's second-highest scorer behind Nikola Jokic. Porter has experienced an uptick in his usage since Jamal Murray suffered a season-ending knee injury and his numbers back that up -- he has now scored at least 20 points in 10 of his last 11 games while cracking the 25-point plateau in each of his last four appearances.

Porter scored 31 points (12-19 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 4-5 FT) to go along with seven rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block across 36 minutes in Monday's win over the Grizzlies.

Porter had increased opportunity again in the continued absence of key players such as Will Barton (hamstring), Monte Morris (hamstring) and Jamal Murray (knee). He took advantage by posting his second consecutive 30-point effort, highlighted by three triples. The uptick in minutes has also given Porter an opportunity to improve his production on the defensive end of the floor, and he's tallied six blocks and two steals across his last three games.

Porter produced 39 points (13-21 FG, 8-12 3Pt, 5-5 FT), six rebounds, three blocked shots and two assists across 36 minutes in Saturday's 129-116 win over the Rockets.

One night after posting a career-high seven three-pointers, he reset the milestone with eight drilled threes in the win. He also decimated his previous career-high scoring total with 39 points. The pressure was on the Nuggets to rebound after Jamal Murray's (knee) season-ending injury, and there was plenty of focus on Porter, who needed a breakout campaign after a missed first season and an erratic first year of full-time play. Porter has delivered, almost doubling his scoring and rebounding totals this season, and the team is surely thrilled to see his explosive production over the past several games.

Porter scored a team-high 26 points (8-18 FG, 7-14 3Pt, 3-5 FT) while adding five rebounds, two blocks, one assist and one steal in 37 minutes during Friday's loss to the Warriors.

The second-year forward continues to step up in the absence of Jamal Murray (knee). Over the last 10 games, Porter is averaging 22.1 points, 7.9 boards, 2.8 threes, 1.0 assists and 0.9 blocks while shooting 54.1 percent from the floor, and Friday's seven made threes were a new career high. With Will Barton (hamstring) now hurting as well, Porter's usage might increase even further.

Porter delivered 21 points (7-13 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, an assist and a block across 43 minutes in Monday's double overtime win over the Grizzlies.

Porter has been one of the Nuggets' best scoring weapons to complement Jokic since Jamal Murray was lost for the season with a knee injury, and he fulfilled that role once again -- he was one of three Denver players who recorded at least 20 points and also ended just three boards shy of putting up a double-double. Porter has vastly improved the numbers he posted as a rookie last season and is reaching new levels of consistency as well -- he has gone six straight games scoring at least 20 points and has reached that mark in 10 of his previous 11 appearances.

Porter scored 21 points (7-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT) while adding five rebounds, an assist and a steal across 31 minutes in Friday's win over the Rockets.

Porter has been on a blistering scoring run and has scored at least 20 points in five games in a row while reaching that tally in nine of his last 10 contests. Through that 10-game span, Porter has settled as Denver's second-best scoring option in absence of Jamal Murray (knee) and is averaging 22.4 points, 9.0 rebounds and 1.1 assists per game over that aforementioned span.

Porter mustered 25 points (10-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds and three blocks across 33 minutes in Wednesday's win over Miami.

Porter has scored 20 or more points in four games in a row while reaching that tally in eight of his last nine contests, but perhaps the most important thing is that he showed an improved touch from long range -- he made 50 percent of his treys in this one after hitting just 15.4 percent of those attempts over his previous three contests. Porter has been outstanding of late and is averaging 21.8 points while shooting 56.4 percent from the field and 36.2 percent from deep over his last 10 contests.

Porter produced 24 points (11-21 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds and two assists in 38 minutes during Monday's 116-107 loss to Golden State.

Porter has now shot a combined 2-of-18 from the perimeter across his last two games, yet has somehow managed to score at least 20 points in both contests. It was a somewhat empty night for Porter but perhaps the biggest takeaway was the fact Jamal Murray (knee) could be looking at a lengthy stint on the sideline. If that is the case, Porter is going to be locked in as the teams' second option on offense, ensuring he should be able to put together a strong finish to the season.

Porter compiled 22 points (9-23 FG, 1-12 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 11 rebounds, a steal and a blocked shot across 35 minutes in Sunday's 105-87 loss to the Celtics.

Although Porter couldn't gain any traction with an errant three-point shot, his 11 rebounds marked a third straight game with double-digit boards. Porter came into Sunday's game riding a nice run to begin the month of April, averaging 21 points and 8.6 rebounds over a five-game span. Porter appeared to injure his hand Sunday, but he downplayed the issue during his postgame media availability. "I didn't injure it," Porter said of his right hand. "I tweaked it... but it's not anything serious. It was on my shooting hand, but that's not why I missed 11 threes. Just one of those nights. Hopefully I never have another night like that in my career."

Porter scored 22 points (8-15 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-5 FT) while adding 10 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in 40 minutes during Friday's win over the Spurs.

It's his second straight double-double and fifth in the last seven games, as Porter continues to break out. Over that seven-game stretch, the second-year forward is averaging 21.0 points, 9.3 boards, 2.3 threes, 1.6 assists and 0.9 blocks.

Porter collected 18 points (7-14 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block in a 106-96 victory over the Spurs on Wednesday.

Porter picked up double-double number 12 on the year as his efficient shooting continued. It was also the 12th time this year that the forward has recorded both a steal and a block in a game. In his first four contests of April, he has averaged 20.8 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.0 blocks per game.

Porter scored 25 points (11-16 FG, 3-4 3Pt) and added seven rebounds in a 134-119 victory over the Pistons on Tuesday.

Porter was able to score 20-plus points for the fourth consecutive game and fifth time in his last six contests. The forward has been fantastic from three over his last six games, making 62.1 percent of his attempts from distance. Over that stretch, Porter is averaging 22.0 points and 8.3 rebounds per game.

Porter registered 20 points (7-11 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four rebounds, two blocked shots and an assist across 32 minutes in Thursday's 101-94 win over the Clippers

The arrival of Aaron Gordon hasn't harmed Porter's starting role despite speculation to the contrary. Paul Millsap and JaMychal Green seem to be the odd men out in the transaction, so Porter's output will be largely unaffected moving forward. It would be difficult for the Nuggets to disregard Porter's recent string of production. Over 14 games in March, Porter averaged 20.3 points, 9.1 rebounds, and 1.1 assists.

Porter totaled 27 points (11-16 FG, 5-7 3Pt, 0-2 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists, one steal and one block in a 104-95 victory over the 76ers on Tuesday.

Porter picked up his second consecutive double-double while also recording a new season-high assist total. It was the forward's 10th double-double of the season, eight of which have come since Feb. 23. Porter has been extremely efficient on offense over his last eight games, averaging 21.0 points on 57.3 percent shooting from the field and 55.6 percent shooting from distance.

Porter recorded 15 points (6-12 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 10 rebounds and three assists across 27 minutes in Sunday's 126-102 win over the Hawks.

Porter followed up a superb 25-point shoeing against the Pelicans with his eighth double-double of the season. Coach Michael Malone has been notoriously fickle about Porter's usage in the past, but that has faded down the stretch. Porter has been a consistent presence in the starting five since early February. Since taking over at small forward, he's averaged a steady 31.5 minutes per game and has excelled on both sides of the ball.

Porter delivered 25 points (10-17 FG, 5-6 3Pt, 0-1 FT), five rebounds, two assists and a block across 40 minutes in Friday's win over the Pelicans.

Porter was coming off four straight appearances in which he ended just a few points shy of reaching the 20-point plateau, but he went off here and recorded his fourth-best scoring output of the campaign. Porter has scored at least 20 points in six of his last 10 contests and is quickly settling himself as one of Denver's top scoring threats behind the likes of Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray.

Porter posted 19 points (7-13 FG, 5-6 3Pt) and eight rebounds in 28 minutes during Wednesday's blowout 135-111 loss to the Raptors.

The 22-year-old extended his double-digit points streak to 17 games on Wednesday. Over his last 17 games, Porter is averaging 18.4 points, 8.8 rebounds and 2.6 three-pointers. The second-year forward doesn't provide consistent defensive stats, but he should continue posting plenty of points, rebounds, three-pointers and field-goal percentage the rest of the way.

Porter scored 18 points (8-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt) to go along with seven rebounds, one assist and one block across 33 minutes in Tuesday's win over the Magic.

Porter has posted similar lines in three consecutive games, scoring between 17 and 19 points while attempting 14 shots from the field on each occasion. He's also continued to rebound the ball well, averaging 7.3 boards per game. Porter will continue to take a back seat in the offense to Jamal Murray and Nikola Jokic, though he has a clear and consistent role with the team.

Porter scored 17 points (7-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT) while adding nine rebounds, one assist and one block in 35 minutes during Sunday's 113-108 loss to the Pelicans.

The second-year forward continues to emerge as an impact player. Porter has scored in double digits in 15 straight games, averaging 18.4 points, 8.9 boards and 2.5 threes over that stretch, and even with Nikola Jokic and Jamal Murray entrenched as the lead dogs in the Nuggets offense, Porter is finding room to produce big numbers.

Porter totaled 28 points (11-17 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 13 rebounds and one assist in a 129-104 victory over the Hornets on Wednesday.

Porter's scoring surge continued as he picked up at least 20 points for his fifth consecutive game. The forward has shot exceptionally well in his first four games after the All-Star break, as he has shot 64.8 percent from the field and 47.4 percent from three. Porter was also able to secure his eighth double-double of the season, thanks to a game-high 13 rebounds.

Porter went for 20 points (9-15 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT) and eight rebounds in Monday's win over Indiana.

Porter ran his double-digit scoring streak up to 12 games, a span in which he's averaging 17.7 points and 8.8 rebounds while shooting a scorching-hot 57.7 percent from the field, including 47.8 percent from three. Porter adds virtually no value in assists, and while he's not a great defensive player, he does have a block in five of his last six games.

Porter provided 23 points (7-9 FG, 4-5 3Pt, 5-7 FT) and eight rebounds across 23 minutes Saturday in a 116-103 loss to the Mavericks.

Porter's 23 minutes marked his second-lowest tally of playing time since he reclaimed a starting position. However, Porter made use of them by averaging one point per minute en route to another game with at least 20 points. He is posting an average of 22.7 PPG across the Nuggets' past three games.

Porter had 21 points (8-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT) and nine boards in Friday's win over Memphis.

Porter has now scored 20-plus points in back-to-back games for the first time all season, so he appears to be settling into a groove, offensively. He's hit multiple threes in seven consecutive games, averaging 17.6 points, 10.3 rebounds and 3.1 made threes in that stretch. However, Porter is adding virtually no value in the assists (0.4 APG) or steals (0.7 SPG) categories.

Porter Jr. registered 24 points (9-14 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two steals and one block in 37 minutes during Thursday's win over the Pacers.

The 22-year-old has nine straight double-digit scoring performances dating back to Feb. 17. Porter Jr. goes into the All-Star break on a high note, averaging 16.4 points, 8.9 rebounds and 2.9 three-pointers over his last seven games. He should continue to see a heavy workload for the Nuggets as long as his back cooperates.

Porter scored 17 points (7-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT) to go along with 15 rebounds, one assist, one steal and one block across 35 minutes in Monday's win over the Bulls.

Porter continued to score extremely efficiently and has shot 54.5 percent from the field across his last seven games. He also contributed a career-high 15 rebounds -- his fourth consecutive double-digit effort on the glass. To cap off his effort, Porter chipped in defensively and has now surpassed his 2019-20 block total in 31 fewer games.

Porter posted 20 points (7-11 FG, 5-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and 10 rebounds in 28 minutes during the 126-96 win against Oklahoma City on Saturday.

Porter was dominant yet again in the win Saturday. The forward collected his third double-double in as many nights and was efficient on the floor. After struggling to find much of anything a few games ago, Porter has found himself in form and is firing on all cylinders at the moment. He has seen quite the uptick in minutes this season compared to last. However, there is an improvement in his game and is a great option.

Porter had 18 points (7-13 Fg, 3-7 3Pt, 1-2 FT) and 10 rebounds in Thursday's loss to Washington.

Coming off of a 12-point, 10-rebound outing Tuesday night against Portland, Porter followed up with his fourth double of the season. He added an assist, a steal and a block in a season-high 41 minutes of action. Porter has been up-and-down since entering the starting lineup back on Feb. 6, but he's now scored in double-figures in five straight games -- his longest streak of the season.

Porter (back) is active and starting Tuesday against the Trail Blazers, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

The 22-year-old was considered probable with tightness in his lower back, so it's not much of a surprise to see he's available Tuesday. Porter is averaging 11.6 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.6 blocks in 28.6 minutes across his past nine starts.

Porter (back) is probable for Tuesday's game against Portland, Jamie Hudson of NBC Sports Northwest reports.

Porter appears likely to play Tuesday despite some lower back tightness that is nagging him. The 22-year-old forward was limited to just 19 minutes during Sunday's loss to Atlanta, which perhaps could be partially attributed to the back issue. Porter has been inconsistent over the last five games, averaging 10.8 points on 37.7 percent shooting, 5.4 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.4 triples per game.

Porter finished Sunday's loss to Atlanta with 10 points (4-7 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and two blocks in 19 minutes.

Porter did pick up a couple of early fouls, but he finished the game with just three personals, so the reduction in minutes was partially a coaching decision. He still managed to score in double-figures for a third straight game, but it was nonetheless a disappointing night for Porter, who'd played a combined 64 minutes over the Nuggets' previous two games.

Porter scored 22 points (8-16 FG, 3-6 3pt, 3-4 FT) to go along with seven rebounds and one assist across 33 minutes in Friday's win over the Cavaliers.

Porter topped 30 minutes for the second consecutive game after going scoreless on Feb. 16. He got his shot up plenty against the Cavaliers, with only Jamal Murray attempting more shots from the field. Porter also rebounded the ball well, collecting seven boards for the third consecutive contest. The only downside to Porter's box score was his lack of defensive stats, though he's still averaging 1.0 steals and 1.1 blocks for the season.

Porter had 14 points (5-11 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, two steals, one assist and one block in Wednesday night's loss to the Nuggets.

It was a decent bounceback effort for Porter, who was held scoreless (0-8 FG) in 24 minutes against Boston on Tuesday night. He still struggled to dial in his shot from three, however, and Porter is now a combined 4-of-25 from deep over his last four contests.

Porter recorded zero points (0-8 FG, 0-5 3Pt), seven rebounds, three assists and one block in 24 minutes during Tuesday's 112-99 loss to the Celtics.

Porter's workload continues to fluctuate significantly, and coach Michael Malone only gave the second-year pro 24 minutes in the midst of an awful shooting performance. Tuesday marked the first time in Porter's career that he's scored no points while playing more than 13 minutes. He's now scored in double-digits just twice across the past seven games.

Porter posted 19 points (6-10 FG, 4-7 3PT, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, two assists, two steals and two blocks through 28 minutes in the 133-95 win over Cleveland on Wednesday.

Porter was fantastic after failing to drain his shots the game prior. The forward went a solid 58 percent from the floor and followed that success up with five grabs in the paint. Porter had been in a rut recently with his shooting form, but returned back to form here. This is his third start in as many games and the signs look to be pointing up moving forward.

Porter registered 8 points (3-9 FG, 2-5 3Pt), seven rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal for Denver in a 125-112 loss to Milwaukee on Monday.

Despite starting his second straight game, Porter wasn't able to break out of his shooting slump. Monday marked the third straight game in which the forward failed to record 10 or more points and has shot just over 30 percent over that span. Porter's length and athleticism allows him to collect consistent rebound, block, and steal totals, but his shooting needs to improve for Porter to be a consistent and reliable fantasy player.

Porter had eight points (3-11 FG, 1-7 3PT, 1-2 FT) and nine rebounds in Saturday's loss to the Kings.

While Porter started and played 34 minutes, he struggled from the field for the second straight game. In that span, he's just 1-of-11 from beyond the arc and 6-of-21 overall. On the defensive end, Porter tied his season-high with three blocks Saturday.

Porter will start Saturday's game against the Kings, TJ McBride of Rocky Mountain Hoops reports.

Porter is getting his first start since Dec. 29. Coach Michael Malone has seemed hesitant to give the second-year wing a bigger role, but he may need to see a minutes boost Saturday with Jamal Murray (knee) sidelined. In Porter's four starts this season, he's averaged 19.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 steals in 29.3 minutes.

Porter scored 11 points (4-7 FG, 1-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT) to go with four rebounds over 20 minutes in Sunday's 128-117 win over the Jazz.

Porter has had plenty of playing time since returning from a 10-game absence, and he was one of the top bench players in Sunday's win. He committed five fouls against Utah, but he's now scored at least 10 points in four of the last five contests and was a solid contributor for the Nuggets once again Sunday.

Porter scored 17 points (7-12 FG, 3-7 3PT) to go along with five rebounds, one assist and four steals across 25 minutes in Wednesday's win over the Heat.

Porter couldn't match the 30-point performance from his previous game, though he's now connected on at least three triples in each of his last three contests. He also recorded a season-high four steals and has managed to record multiple swipes in four of his eight games this season. Despite some strong stat lines, Porter's role on the team has remained fluid as he's rarely played above 30 minutes. That could change as he continues to ramp up after a lengthy absence caused by the COVID-19 health and safety protocols -- leaving room for improvement in his production.

Porter posted 30 points (10-18 FG, 6-10 3PT, 4-5 FT), eight rebounds and two steals in 28 minutes during the 117-113 win over Dallas on Monday.

Porter was excellent in the win Monday. The forward not only led the secondary-unit in scoring, but also the entire team and followed that up with success in the paint. After a successful first full year last year, Porter has continued to prove his worth for the Nuggets. He did start the first four matches, before not playing for a stretch due to COVID-19. Once he is back to full match fitness, he should easily slide back in to the starting rotation.

Porter tallied 14 points (5-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), 11 rebounds, one steal and one blocked shot in a 120-112 double-overtime win over the Suns on Saturday.

After logging only 20 minutes Friday in his return from a 10-game absence, Porter was on the court for 35 minutes Saturday and was much more productive as a result. He was one of six Nuggets to score in double figures in the double-overtime victory and ranked second on the team with 11 boards. While he performed in a reserve role Saturday, Porter figures to make his way back into the starting lineup before long, especially given the extent to which he outperformed starting forward Will Barton (one point in 21 minutes) against the Suns.

Porter (COVID-19) came off the bench in Friday's 130-126 overtime win over the Suns, playing 20 minutes and putting up seven points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt), six rebounds, two assists and one steal.

Porter was back in action after sitting out the Nuggets' previous 10 games, initially because he was identified as a close contact of a person infected by COVID-19 before he later tested positive for the virus himself. The 22-year-old isn't believed to have suffered any negative side effects from COVID-19, but because he was sidelined for three weeks, he'll likely require a few games to get fully conditioned. Though the Nuggets brought him off the bench Friday and limited his playing time, Porter should eventually unseat Will Barton as the starting small forward while taking back a 30-plus-minute role.

Porter will come off the bench for Friday's game against the Suns, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter will be back on the court for the first time since Dec. 29 after he was in the health and safety protocols, but he'll come off the bench in his return. Will Barton will start in his place Friday.

Porter (COVID-19) will play Friday against the Suns, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.

Porter has been sidelined since Dec. 29 due to health and safety protocols. There's a good chance he's back in the starting five Friday, but fewer minutes than usual might be expected given the long layoff. His return could mean fewer minutes for PJ Dozier, Facundo Capazzo and Will Barton.

Porter (COVID-19) is questionable for Friday's game against the Suns, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter is finishing his health and safety protocols and ramping up his conditioning. So, while there's a chance he doesn't play Friday, he should be back sooner than later. He was playing well before the extended absence, averaging 19.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 steals in 29.3 minutes.

Coach Michael Malone said he hopes to have Porter (COVID-19) available for the Nuggets' upcoming five-game road trip starting Friday against the Suns, Chris Dempsey of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter tested positive for COVID-19, so he's been in quarantine since. There hasn't been a concrete timetable offered for his return, but coach Malone seems to think having him back next week is a possibility.

Nuggets head coach Michael Malone said after Tuesday's loss to the Nets that Porter tested positive for COVID-19 last week, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter was initially placed in the NBA's health and safety protocols Jan. 1 after being deemed a close contact of someone who tested positive for the virus, resulting in him having to complete a seven-day quarantine. He was expected to rejoin the lineup for the Nuggets' Jan. 7 game against the Mavericks, but his positive test result has forced him to begin another 10-to-14-day quarantine period. Assuming Porter is asymptomatic once he completes the quarantine, he should rejoin the Denver lineup next week.

Porter (COVID-19 protocols) is facing a minimum of 10 additional days of quarantine, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Charania further reports that Porter, who finished a seven-day quarantine period this week, could be required to miss up to 14 more days due to health and safety protocols. That puts his earliest possible chance to return as Jan. 17's game against Utah. Will Barton and JaMychal Green stand to continue seeing extra work in the meantime.

Porter (COVID-19 protocols) remains out for Thursday's game against the Mavericks.

Despite earlier reports that Porter would be ready to go, he remains away from the team. As a result, Will Barton and JaMychal Green should continue seeing extra minutes.

Porter (COVID-19 protocols) is officially listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Mavericks.

It was previously reported that Porter would be available for the game, so it's not clear what changed from Wednesday to Thursday. It's a situation worth monitoring, and it's possible Porter would be on a minutes limit even if he's available.

Porter (COVID-19) will be available for Thursday's matchup against the Mavericks, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

After missing three straight contests due to health and safety protocols, Porter will return to game action Thursday. He's been an integral part of the Nuggets' gameplan, averaging 19.5 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, 1.5 blocks and 1.0 steals in 29.3 minutes. Chances are, Will Barton will move back to the bench.

Porter, who had already been ruled out for Friday's game against the Suns because of the NBA's health and safety protocols related to COVID-19, is expected to miss multiple contests, ESPN.com reports.

The Nuggets first administered contact tracing for Porter on Thursday, and at this time, no other players have been ruled out for Friday. If the Rockets' recent COVID-19 situation offers any precedent, Porter -- who isn't believed to have tested positive for the virus himself -- would be required to quarantine for seven days and continue to test negative before he's eligible to rejoin the Nuggets. Assuming that's the case, Porter would also be unavailable for consecutive games versus the Timberwolves on Sunday and Tuesday before potentially making his return Jan. 7 versus the Mavericks. Look for Will Barton to step into a starting role at small forward for however long Porter is out.

Porter is going through the NBA's health and safety protocols and won't be available for Friday's game against the Suns, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

The 22-year-old is out due to contact tracing and could be unavailable beyond Friday's contest. Will Barton is a likely bet to join the starting lineup in Porter's absence.

Porter tallied 30 points (12-18 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds and two blocked shots in a loss to Sacramento on Tuesday.

With Jamal Murray sidelined due to an elbow injury, Porter stepped up with a season-high 30 points. The forward needed only 18 field-goal attempts to reach that mark and converted 4-of-7 attempts from beyond the arc. Porter also registered a season-high 10 rebounds en route to his first double-double of the year. After averaging 9.3 points as a rookie in 2019, Porter has posted double-digit scoring in each of his first four contests this season.

Porter scored 24 points (9-15 FG, 3-7 3PT, 3-3 FT) to go with five rebounds, two assists, two steals, and three blocks in 30 minutes of Wednesday's 124-122 loss to Sacramento.

Porter contributed in a variety of ways Wednesday, posting the second highest amount of points and rebounds on the team, while ending with team-high totals in steals and blocks. The second year forward has notable offensive upside, but the defense in the opener was a nice surprise as one of the deficient parts of his game in his rookie campaign.

Porter is in the starting lineup for Wednesday's season opener against the Kings, James Ham of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

The 22-year-old will receive the starting nod to begin the season, though Will Barton could enter the starting five down the line. Porter finished last season strong in the NBA bubble, averaging 14.2 points and 7.2 rebounds in 26.3 minutes after averaging only 13.9 minutes the rest of the year.

Porter recorded 20 points (6-12 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 4-5 FT), nine rebounds, three assists and one steal across 22 minutes during a preseason victory over Portland on Friday.

Porter played his best preseason game to date, considering he underperformed in Denver's first two. Denver will hope this comes as a sign of things to come for the 22-year-old, who could be in line to start all season if healthy. Porter's first regular-season game will come Wednesday versus Sacramento.

Porter collected seven points (3-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one block in 23 minutes during Saturday's 107-105 loss to the Warriors.

Porter started at power forward for the Nuggets, a role that seems as though it will stick to begin the season. After a breakout performance in the bubble, Porter has been rocketing up draft boards and is no longer flying under the radar. This is certainly a situation in which all value is lost, especially if he is going in the third round.

Coach Michael Malone implied Tuesday that Porter will begin the season in a starting role, Harrison Wind of DNVR Sports reports.

Malone noted that he's yet to officially decide who will start at shooting guard, small forward and power forward, but he went on to say that Porter will have "a good chance to start" at one forward spot. With Jerami Grant now in Detroit, starting Porter is a relatively obvious move, though the Nuggets have been conservative with the 22-year-old, who missed his entire rookie season after undergoing back surgery. Over his final 26 games of the season in the Orlando bubble (playoffs included), Porter averaged 14.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, 1.0 assist and 0.8 steals in 26.3 minutes per game.

Porter tallied 13 points (5-8 FG, 3-6 3Pt), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal in 21 minutes during Thursday's 114-108 loss to the Lakers.

Porter scored an efficient 13 points Thursday, continuing to flash his offensive upside. It would seem just a matter of time until Porter is given a more sizeable role, especially with the decline of Paul Millsap as a serviceable option. While his time is unlikely to come in immediate future, Porter is certainly a name to watch in preparation for the 2020-21 season.

Porter had 14 points (3-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 7-8 FT), 10 rebounds, four assists and one steal in 29 minutes during Friday's 126-114 loss to the Lakers.

Porter was one of few bright spots for the Nuggets as they were blown out early in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. The Nuggets were never really in the contest, although fatigue may have played an issue. Bubble life has been good for Porter and he has certainly carved out a meaningful role. His defense still needs a lot of work but the scoring ability is clear and he typically provides solid rebounding numbers on most nights.

Porter had 13 points (4-7 FG, 3-6 3PT, 2-4 FT) and seven rebounds in Sunday's Game 6 win over the Clippers.

Porter had just seven points in Game 5 -- though they were all important -- and he responded with a better effort Sunday as the Nuggets forced a Game 7. Porter has now scored in double-figures in four of his last five games.

Porter notched 15 points (5-8 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, an assist and a block in 34 minutes off the bench during Wednesday's Game 4 loss against the Clippers.

Porter went through a slump midway through Denver's postseason run and lost his starting role, but he has bounced back admirably with two straight games scoring at least 15 points off the bench; he has scored in double digits in four of Denver's last five postseason contests. He will need to continue his scoring exploits ahead of Game 5 on Friday with the Nuggets down 1-3 in the series.

Porter tallied 18 points (8-17 FG, 2-6 3Pt), 10 rebounds, three steals and one assist in 23 minutes during Monday's 113-107 loss to the Clippers.

Porter had his best performance since the opening game of the playoffs, helping the keep the Nuggets competitive right up until the final buzzer. The rookie has cooled off after starting the resumption on fire with a string of four straight games with at least 23 points. He matched his career-high with three steals which is an element of his game he will need to continue to develop if he is to become an elite fantasy option.

Porter ended with 15 points (5-11 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block in 34 minutes off the bench during Tuesday's 117-107 Game 5 win over the Jazz.

Porter has played off the bench in the last two games of the series but produced a strong effort here. The rookie was one of four Denver players who scored in double digits and provided an improved effort on the defensive side of the ball -- that was the main reason why he was moved into a bench role last week. Porter also ended a streak of two games scoring fewer than 10 points and while his role for Game 6 on Thursday is unclear, he should be good for around 25 to 30 minutes even if he comes off the bench.

Porter Jr. will come off the bench for Sunday's Game 4 against the Jazz, Harrison Wind of DNVR Sports reports.

The second-year wing started the first three games of the series, but the Nuggets will go with a different lineup Sunday, inserting Monte Morris and Jerami Grant, while Porter Jr. and Torrey Craig move to the bench. Porter Jr. had just seven points on 3-of-6 shooting in Friday's blowout Game 3 loss.

Porter posted 28 points (10-17 FG, 6-9 3Pt, 2-3 FT), six rebounds and one block in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 124-105 Game 2 loss to the Jazz.

Porter caught fire from beyond the arc while matching Nikola Jokic for the team high in scoring. Given that Will Barton (knee) has been ruled out indefinitely and Gary Harris (hip) is still without a timetable to return, Porter can likely be expected to continue logging heavy minutes despite the occasional defensive lapse.

Porter will start Game 1 against the Jazz on Monday, TJ McBride of Mile High Sports reports.

As expected, with both Gary Harris (hip) and Will Barton (knee) out, Porter will remain in the starting lineup, where he thrived during seeding play. "He's been tremendous for us," coach Mike Malone said after shootaround Monday. The second-year forward reached the 30-point mark twice during seeding play and had a four-game run during which he averaged 29.3 points and 12.5 rebounds per game on 56.3 percent shooting.

Porter could remain in the Nuggets' starting five to begin the playoffs, as both Gary Harris (hip) and Will Barton (knee) are out for Monday's Game 1.

The Nuggets haven't announced a lineup yet, but Porter will almost certainly retain the starting small forward spot at which he thrived during seeding play. In seven seeding games, Porter played 33.3 minutes per game and averaged 22.0 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists, 1.0 steals and 0.9 blocks, while shooting 55.1 percent from the field, 42.2 percent from three, and 93.1 percent at the line.

Porter has been selected to the All-Bubble Second Team, Shams Charania of The Athletic reports.

Porter was called upon in the bubble with many other Nuggets being sidelined due to various injuries. He stepped up, averaging 22.0 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.9 combined steals-plus-blocks. It's possible he's secured a sizeable role for himself in the playoffs. Denver's first game against Utah is Monday.

Porter was ruled out for Friday's game against the Raptors for rest.

Porter has seen a heavy workload in the bubble, starting all seven games and averaging 22.0 points, 8.6 rebounds, 1.6 assists and 1.0 steal in 33.3 minutes, so it's not a major surprise the Nuggets want him to take it easy in the finale with playoff seeding already locked up. Keita Bates-Diop and PJ Dozier should see significant minutes Friday with Denver likely to have a limited workload for the typical starters still playing.

Porter totaled 15 points (6-6 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 0-0 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 24 minutes of Monday's 124-121 loss to the Lakers.

Porter has started each game since the NBA resumed play but played his fewest minutes yet in this one. Although the 22-year-old's string of four-straight double-doubles ended, he still led all Denver starters in scoring and finished second on the team overall on the evening. He'll look to stay hot Wednesday against the Clippers.

Porter recorded 23 points (7-18 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 8-8 FT), 11 rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block in 45 minutes during Saturday's 134-132 double-OT win over the Jazz.

Porter was cold from three, but he made up for it by going 6-for-10 from two-point range and making eight free throws, not to mention his strong rebounding and quality defense. The rookie has been on a tear lately, and it's near impossible to imagine him not being one of the top contributors for Denver come playoff time. Over the past four games, he's totaled 117 points and 50 rebounds.

Porter posted 27 points (10-18 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 12 rebounds, two assists, two steals and one block in 34 minutes during Thursday's defeat against the Blazers.

Porter has looked impressive of late, and he has double-doubled in three straight contests while scoring 27 or more points each time. The rookie has started Denver's four games in the Orlando bubble, averaging 26.3 points and 10.0 rebounds per contest.

Porter pitched in 30 points (11-19 FG, 5-9 3Pt, 3-4 FT), 15 rebounds and one block in 36 minutes during Wednesday's 132-126 win over the Spurs.

Porter finished with career highs in rebounding and threes while notching his second straight double-double. He has combined for 67 points on only 35 field-goal attempts during these last two tilts, and at this point it seems likely that Porter has finally earned a significant and consistent role in the rotation going forward.

Porter scored a game-high 37 points (12-16 FG, 4-6 3Pt, 9-9 FT) while adding 12 rebounds, an assist, a steal and a block in 44 minutes during Monday's 121-113 overtime win over the Thunder.

With the Nuggets' usual starting lineup decimated by injuries, the team needed someone other than Nikola Jokic to step up on offense, and Porter answered the call by setting a new career scoring high. It was also his sixth career double-double in 50 games. The 22-year-old's upside is undeniable if he can stay healthy, and right now he appears to be 100 percent fit.

Porter posted 11 points (4-11 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three assists, one rebound and one block in 24 minutes during Saturday's 125-105 loss to the Heat.

Saturday marked Porter's second career start, as the Nuggets were shorthanded with Will Barton (knee), Gary Harris (hip) and Jamal Murray (hamstring) all sidelined. Porter was passably efficient but ultimately didn't do much to help the team in the loss. He could start again if the aforementioned players remain sidelined for Monday's contest against the Thunder.

Porter will start at small forward in Saturday's bubble opener against the Heat, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

With Jamal Murray (hamstring), Garry Harris (hip) and Will Barton (knee) all sidelined, Porter will step into the starting lineup and presumably see a healthy workload. The start marks the second of his young career. He tallied 19 points, 6 rebounds and one assist across 26 minutes in his lone start.

Porter went for 19 points (8-12 FG, 3-6 3PT, 4-4 FT) and seven rebounds in Monday's scrimmage against Orlando.

The rookie made his debut after missing the Nuggets' first two scrimmages, and he looked plenty comfortable, taking a team-high 13 shots and getting to 19 points in just 20 minutes. Porter also added an assist and a block, though Denver was a minus-21 when he was on the floor.

Porter (undisclosed) passed the physical he was required to undergo in order to practice and play, but he will not participate in Saturday's scrimmage against the Pelicans, Harrison Wind of TheDNVR.com reports.

The Nuggets will opt to be cautious with Porter, understandably wanting him to practice before he takes the court for competitive basketball. It's possible we see him play in Monday's scrimmage against the Magic.

Porter cleared the league-mandated quarantine period but must still pass a cardiac screening before taking the court, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

The 22-year-old didn't report to the Orlando bubble until Wednesday, so he'll have less than a week of practice to prepare for the Nuggets' first game of the season restart August 1. Porter may not be available for the team's remaining scrimmages Saturday and Monday.

Porter is expected to arrive in Orlando on Wednesday, the Denver Post reports.

Porter had been absent from the rest of the team, but he's expected begin his mandatory quarantine period on Wednesday, so he's on track to be ready before the start of seeding games on July 30. However, there's a good chance Porter could miss most, if not all, of the Nuggets' three scrimmages -- the first of which arrives Wednesday afternoon.

Porter has yet to arrive in Orlando and remains absent from the Nuggets' workouts at the Walt Disney World complex, Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports reports.

Along with Porter, Gary Harris, Monte Morris, PJ Dozier and Torrey Craig have yet to join the Nuggets due to unspecified reasons, while star center Nikola Jokic (illness) -- who is believed to have fully recovered from an earlier bout with COVID-19 -- remains stuck in Serbia awaiting a flight to the United States. None of the missing players have formally opted out of the NBA season restart, so the expectation is that all will eventually arrive in Orlando. If Porter's absence lingers into next week, however, his status for the Nuggets' first game in Orlando on Aug. 1 versus the Heat could become more of a question mark.

Porter's described his right ankle injury suffered Jan. 31 versus the Bucks as "worse than I thought" and indicated that the NBA's suspension of the season has given him ample time to heal it up, Mike Singer of the Denver Post reports.

Porter was reportedly playing through discomfort prior to the postponement f the campaign, which may have played a role in his March 5 absence and could explain his struggles in the games just prior to the hiatus. If that's the case, Porter could return from the break looking to regain the role that saw him post 14.7 points and 9.0 rebounds over the 10 games prior to the ankle injury suffered in late January.

Porter tallied seven points (3-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), two rebounds, one assist and one steal in 16 minutes during Saturday's 104-102 loss to Cleveland.

Porter was back in the rotation Saturday but still managed just seven points in the loss. After a period of standard league relevance, Porter has fallen outside the top-250 over the past two weeks. The tools are there for Porter who certainly looks as though he is going to be a fantasy asset for many years to come. Unfortunately, the Nuggets depth works against the rookie and he is only going to have sustained value in deeper formats at this stage.

Porter (coach's decision) didn't see the court during Thursday's 114-112 win over the Hornets.

Porter was coming off a one-for-six shooting performance in Denver's 16-point loss to the lowly Warriors on Tuesday, and he was left out of coach Michael Malone's rotation altogether in this one. Denver remains a deep team when healthy, and Porter is yet to prove that he can impact the game on both ends. As a result, it's entirely possible that Torrey Craig, who has combined for 26 points (on 11-of-17 shooting) while providing strong defense across multiple positions in the first two games here in March, will continue to receive more minutes than Porter going forward.

Porter had 11 points (4-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal in 19 minutes during Sunday's 133-118 victory over Toronto.

Porter made the most of an increased opportunity with Paul Millsap (ankle) ruled out only an hour or so prior to tipoff. Porter has flashed his upside this season but is typically more of a streaming option in 12-team leagues. The Nuggets are arguably the deepest team in the league which certainly doesn't do Porter any favors in the playing time department.

Porter (ankle) logged eight minutes off the bench Friday in the Nuggets' 113-101 loss to the Thunder, finishing with four points (2-5 FG, 0-1 3Pt) and two rebounds.

Though Porter received the green light to play after missing the Nuggets' final six games before the All-Star break, the Nuggets unsurprisingly eased the rookie back into the mix with a limited role on the second unit. Given Porter's injury history, Denver will likely take things slowly with him coming off his latest health setback, but the 21-year-old could eventually take on a regular 20-minute role once he regains conditioning.

Porter (ankle) will be available Friday against the Thunder, Chris Dempsey of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter missed the last six games leading up to the All-Star break due to a sprained left ankle, but he's been cleared to return Friday in Oklahoma City after successfully returning to practice earlier in the week. In his last five appearances before getting hurt, Porter posted averages of 13.4 points, 9.2 rebounds, 1.2 assists and 1.2 steals in 24.0 minutes.

Porter (ankle) was able to go through parts of practice Wednesday, T.J. McBride of Mile High Sports reports.

Porter missed the last six games leading up to the All-Star break, and the Nuggets are yet to clarify his status for Friday's game against OKC. The fact that he was able to get on the floor is an encouraging sign, but it's unclear if he'll miss additional time after the break.

Porter (ankle) will not play Wednesday against the Lakers.

Porter will miss a sixth consecutive game heading into the All-Star break, but the good news is he'll have some time off to recover from the sprained left ankle.

Porter (ankle) will remain out Monday against San Antonio, Harrison Wind of DNVR Sports reports.

This will be the fifth straight absence for Porter, who continues to nurse a sprained left ankle. Wind notes that with only one more game remaining before the break, the Nuggets could shut Porter Jr. down and give him the full All-Star break to recover.

Porter (ankle) will not play Saturday against the Suns, T.J. McBride of MileHighSports.com reports.

Porter will miss a fourth straight game as he recovers from a sprained left ankle. His next chance to play arrives Monday against the Spurs.

Porter (ankle) won't play in Wednesday's game against Utah, T.J. McBride of MileHighSports.com reports.

Porter will miss his third consecutive contest as he continues to nurse a sprained left ankle. The rookie forward's next opportunity to play comes Saturday against Phoenix.

Porter (ankle) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Utah.

It appears that the second-year forward will miss a third straight contest to tend to a left ankle sprain. Torrey Craig is a candidate to see increased run during Wednesday's matchup in Salt Lake City if Porter is indeed held sidelined.

Porter (ankle) won't play Tuesday against Portland, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter will miss a second consecutive matchup to tend to a left ankle sprain. Torrey Craig and Jerami Grant will likely once again see increased run Tuesday versus the Trail Blazers. Porter's next opportunity to return to the floor looms during the Nuggets' second contest of their upcoming back-to-back Wednesday in Utah.

Porter (ankle) won't play Sunday against the Pistons.

Porter left Friday's win over the Bucks due to a sprained left ankle, and it will force him to sit out Sunday's game. Still, it's believed to be a relatively mild injury, and he'll remain day-to-day.

Porter's ankle injury isn't expected to be anything too serious according to coach Michael Malone, Kendra Andrews of The Athletic reports.

Porter was forced to exit Friday's tilt with the Bucks early after suffering an ankle injury during the fourth quarter. Fortunately, the issue doesn't appear to be overly serious though the rookie forward's status will still be in question for Sunday's game against Detroit. In the event he's held out, Juancho Hernangomez and Torrey Craig would be the best bets to see expanded roles.

Porter is considered questionable to return to Friday's game against the Bucks due to an ankle injury, Mike Singer of The Denver Post reports.

Porter was having another nice night before sustaining the injury. He had accumulated 15 points and 11 rebounds across 25 minutes prior to exiting. The severity of his injury is not known at this time.

Porter ended with 12 points (5-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt), 12 rebounds, two assists, one steal and one block in 25 minutes during Thursday's 106-100 victory over the Jazz.

Porter continues to play well for the Nuggets, turning in another double-double Thursday. With the team ravaged by injuries, Porter has taken advantage and is currently putting up top-50 numbers. The fact he is only playing 25 minutes per game despite the injuries is a little concerning moving forward. However, as long as his current role holds steady, he is worth adding in all formats.

Porter had 17 points (6-12 FG, 4-6 3PT, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds and one assist in 24 minutes off the bench during Sunday's 117-110 win over the Rockets.

Porter is playing at a very high level while coming off the bench for the Nuggets, scoring in double figures in seven straight games while grabbing eight or more rebounds in six straight contests. He has three double-doubles over that span as well, and he will aim to extend that streak Tuesday at Memphis.

Porter produced 15 points (5-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 24 minutes during Friday's 113-106 win over the Pelicans.

Porter chipped in his third double-double across his last five appearances, this after sitting out Wednesday's matchup versus the Rockets due to a back injury. With Paul Millsap (knee), Jamal Murray (ankle) and Mason Plumlee (foot) all sidelined, Porter has really stepped up lately, establishing himself as a solid option across most formats even if only in the short-term.

Porter (back) will be active for Friday's game against New Orleans, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports.

Porter Porter figures to be available off the bench after being deemed active for Friday's clash. He was sidelined for Wednesday's game against Houston due to a back issue.

Porter (back) is considered questionable for Friday's game against the Pelicans, TJ McBride of Mile High Sports reports.

Porter was held out of Wednesday's game with a sore back, and while it doesn't appear to be anything serious, the Nuggets may play it safe with the second-year wing, who already has a concerning history of back issues.

Porter (back) has been ruled out Wednesday against the Rockets, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.

Porter's back reportedly tightened up during warmups, prompting his late scratch. The 21-year-old has dealt with back issues in the past, so the Nuggets will likely proceed cautiously with him. Jerami Grant and Juancho Hernangomez are candidates to benefit from increased run with Porter, Paul Millsap (knee) and Miles Plumlee (foot) all sidelined.

Porter (back) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Rockets, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Porter's back apparently tightened up, so the Nuggets will likely wait and see how the 21-year-old feels during warmups before determining his status. The 21-year-old has performed well as a regular part of Denver's depleted rotation over the last four games, posting averages of 16.8 points, 10.0 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.5 steals in 27.5 minutes per contest.

Porter had 20 points (7-12 FG, 4-8 3PT, 2-2 FT) and 14 rebounds in Monday's win over the Timberwolves.

On a night when Denver was again without Jamal Murray (ankle). Gary Harris (groin) and Paul Millsap (knee), Porter played a career-high 30 minutes and put up his second-highest point total of the season. It was Porter's second double-double of the season -- and his second in the last three games. Porter also added four assists and a block, while finishing as a game-best plus-17.

Porter tallied 10 points (3-9 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds and two steals in 23 minutes off the bench Sunday in the Nuggets' 115-107 loss to the Pacers.

For much of the season, any fleeting fantasy value Porter has provided has largely been fueled by big scoring performances on strong shooting from the field and/or three-point range, but the rookie is demonstrating a more well-rounded skill set of late. With injuries to Paul Millsap (knee), Gary Harris (groin) and Jamal Murray (ankle) opening up more extensive playing time for a number of depth options, Porter has stepped up to fill some of the void. He's reached double figures in scoring in each of the past four games while shooting 55 percent from the field and chipping in averages of 7.5 rebounds, 1.8 steals, 1.5 three-pointers, 1.5 assists and 0.8 blocks in 24.8 minutes. Those numbers are enough to make him a decent option in 12-team leagues, though he'll likely lose some value once the team gets those three injured players back in action.

Porter ended with 13 points (6-8 FG, 1-1 3Pt), four rebounds, one steal and one block in 19 minutes during Sunday's 114-104 victory over the Clippers.

Porter had a more prominent role Sunday after seeing his minutes decline over the last two games. His playing time seems almost completely reliant on his efficiency which makes him a tough sell in any fantasy format. The Nuggets are pushing for a high playoff spot and so most games are going to be at least somewhat competitive. This does not bode well for Porter moving forward and he should be viewed as a deep league asset only at this stage.