Michael Porter Jr. dominated the Toronto Raptors with a wild stat line in the Brooklyn Nets’ 119-114 loss during their preseason finale on Friday night.
Porter is preparing for his first season with the Nets after spending seven years with the Denver Nuggets. The Nets traded for the athletic forward this past offseason in exchange for Cam Johnson, signaling a fresh start for Porter in Brooklyn. He didn’t disappoint in his preseason debut with his new team.
In 33 minutes of action, Porter finished with an impressive 34 points, 10 rebounds, and three assists. He shot 12-of-20 from the field, including 6-of-11 from beyond the arc, and went 4-of-5 from the free-throw line.
### How Michael Porter Jr. and the Nets Played Against the Raptors
Michael Porter Jr. showed signs that he is poised for a big statistical season with the Nets, even though the team fell short against the Raptors. Brooklyn got off to a slow start, especially defensively, allowing Toronto to score 72 points in the first half and trail by 16 points at halftime.
The Nets attempted a rally in the second half, cutting the deficit, but ultimately couldn’t keep pace with Toronto down the stretch.
Ball movement and turnovers played a crucial role in the outcome of the game. The Raptors consistently created good looks, finishing with 37 assists and only 13 turnovers. In contrast, Brooklyn registered 28 assists but committed 23 turnovers, impacting their offensive efficiency.
Despite the loss, four Nets players scored in double figures. Alongside Porter’s standout performance, Ziaire Williams contributed 20 points, two rebounds, and a steal off the bench. Williams shot 8-of-14 overall, including 4-of-8 from three-point range. Egor Dragic added 14 points and five rebounds, while Nic Claxton posted a double-double with 13 points and 11 rebounds.
With the preseason now complete, the Nets will turn their attention to the regular season. They will open on the road against the Charlotte Hornets on October 22 at 7 p.m. ET. Fans will be eager to see how Porter Jr. and the Nets perform once the games count.
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