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Nets Insider Clears Up Michael Porter Jr.'s Status vs Pistons

Nets Insider Clears Up Michael Porter Jr.'s Status vs Pistons

Summary

Michael Porter Jr. of the Brooklyn Nets was ruled out of a game against the Detroit Pistons for personal reasons, not due to a trade. A Nets insider clarified that he had a family member pass away, explaining his absence from the game.

Key Facts

  • Michael Porter Jr. was ruled out of the game against the Detroit Pistons due to personal reasons.
  • The decision to rule him out came shortly before the game started.
  • A Nets insider clarified that Porter had a death in the family.
  • His absence is not related to a trade despite being close to the trade deadline.
  • Porter played recently against the Denver Nuggets, scoring 38 points and getting 10 rebounds.
  • He has been averaging 25.6 points, 7.3 rebounds, and 3.2 assists this season.
  • The Nets, as a rebuilding team, have attracted attention to Porter as a potential trade option.
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