Michael Porter Jr.
Basketball player, NBA champion
Born
June 29th, 1998
27 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Professional basketball player entered the NBA after playing college basketball for the Missouri Tigers. Drafted 14th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft by the Denver Nuggets. Helped lead the Nuggets to their first NBA Championship in 2023. Played a vital role as a forward, showcasing scoring and rebounding skills while contributing to the team's success in the playoffs.
Winning the NBA Championship with the Denver Nuggets in 2023
Drafted 14th overall in the 2018 NBA Draft
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