Michael Porter Jr. almost played all 82 games in the regular season, except for missing one due to a shoe problem, after three back surgeries earlier in his career.

By the Numbers
  • Porter shot 50.9% from the field, 40.4% from beyond the arc, and 90.7% from the foul line in Denver’s last 27 games of the regular season.
  • The Nuggets' starting lineup played 958 minutes together in the regular season, with a net rating of 13.6.
State of Play
  • Porter returned from Mexico with a blazing 3-point stroke, contributing to a 21-6 stretch for the team.
  • The Nuggets are entering their first-round series against the Lakers with a strong starting lineup and Porter has been critical in embracing his role as a second scoring option.
Bottom Line

Michael Porter Jr. nearly played all 82 games in the regular season, showcasing resilience after back surgeries, and proving himself as a substantial asset to the Nuggets' lineup.