The Denver Nuggets’ season is ended as they lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the playoffs. The Nuggets won it all last season, but they were unable to defend their title this season. Now that the season is finished, discussions about players’ futures begin. Michael Porter Jr. signed a five-year contract deal with Denver in 2021, but there have been reports that he may not return to the Nuggets next season. According to betting odds, the Los Angeles Lakers are the most probable team to sign him.
This past season, Michael Porter Jr. averaged slightly under 32 minutes per game. He averaged 16.7 points per game, 7.0 rebounds, and 1.5 assists. Porter Jr. scored somewhat higher last season, but this year was comparable to his finest seasons.
Porter Jr. has been in the NBA for five seasons currently, having debuted in 2019. He’s spent his whole career with the Nuggets, but that could change next season.
According to BetOnline, the Lakers have the best chance of acquiring Porter Jr. for next season if he does not join the Nuggets. Los Angeles has +300 odds. Here are the top ten teams with the best chances to land Porter Jr.
It’ll be intriguing to watch what happens to Porter Jr. next season. He has shown a lot of promise for success in the league, and he could end up being an important role player for one of the teams mentioned above. There is obviously a potential that he may stay in Denver and continue his career with the Nuggets.