Michael Porter Jr. Adjusts to Life in New York

It seems Michael Porter Jr. might need a little guidance on navigating the subway in New York City.

During a recent media day event with the Brooklyn Nets, Porter opened up about settling into his new surroundings. “I’ve been getting used to the city,” he shared, before discussing his struggles with traffic. “Traffic is tough,” he added. “I shipped my car here, but honestly, I was like, can I even drive? I realized it’s not practical, considering it could cost me $200 to $250 a day to park. New York is definitely different, but I’m finding my way. I live in a solid area, which helps.”

Although Porter might have more space to breathe than the average New Yorker, the steep costs of commuting seem daunting. He’s slated to earn $38 million this season after being traded from the Nuggets in July as part of a deal that sent Cam Johnson to Denver.

Brooklyn is counting on Porter to be a key player, especially among the younger team members. Nets coach Jordi Fernandez referred to him as an “elite shooter” during his media day address.

On the court, Porter had a productive stint with the Nuggets for the 2024-25 season, averaging 18.2 points with impressive shooting stats of 50.4% from the field and 39.5% from beyond the arc.

However, Porter has also made headlines for his controversial podcast comments during the offseason, stirring a bit of conversation around his adjustment to this new chapter.