Porter finished with 20 points (6-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 4-6 FT), six rebounds, one assist, one block and three steals across 40 minutes during Saturday's 106-99 loss to Minnesota in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.

EDGE Analysis

Porter led all players in Saturday's contest in threes made while ending as one of two Nuggets with 20 or more points and adding a half-dozen rebounds in a losing effort. Porter has surpassed the 20-point mark in five straight playoff contests, connecting on four or more threes in three straight games.

Porter chipped in 27 points (10-20 FG, 4-11 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 11 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 40 minutes during Saturday's 119-108 loss to the Lakers in Game 4 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.

EDGE Analysis

Porter was Denver's second-best player in this game, as he trailed only Nikola Jokic in scoring and rebounding while notching his second consecutive double-double in the series. Despite playing a secondary role on offense behind Jokic and Jamal Murray, Porter has scored at least 20 points while grabbing nine or more rebounds in his last three contests, a run he'll aim to continue in Game 5 on Monday.

Porter totaled 22 points (8-13 FG, 6-10 3Pt), nine rebounds, one assist and two steals in 38 minutes during Monday's 101-99 victory over the Lakers in Game 2 of the Western Conference Quarterfinals.

EDGE Analysis

Porter sniffed a double-double for the second consecutive game after delivering a 19-point, eight-rebound effort in Game 1 on Saturday, and the forward continues to impact both ends of the court for Denver. Even though he doesn't get the same attention as Nikola Jokic or Jamal Murray, Porter is a key piece in the Nuggets' offensive scheme, and he's averaging 16.2 points with 7.3 rebounds per game in April, including regular-season contests.

Porter (illness) will play in Sunday's regular-season finale in Memphis.

EDGE Analysis

Porter was questionable due to an illness, but he is apparently feeling good enough to give things a go. Look for him to take on his usual responsibilities at forward assuming he avoids any setbacks.

Porter is questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies due to an illness.

EDGE Analysis

Porter has featured on the injury report quite often in recent weeks, but as has been the case of late, he's expected to be available for the season finale. Porter has averaged 15.5 points and 6.8 rebounds per game over his last 10 appearances.

Porter (quadriceps) is available Friday against the Spurs.

EDGE Analysis

Despite dealing with both a lingering knee and quad injury, Porter has missed just one contest all season. Since the All-Star break, the 25-year-old has averaged 18.8 points and 7.4 rebounds in 32.1 minutes, complementing impressive shooting splits of 51.9/41.8/90.0. In Denver's last matchup against San Antonio on April 2, Porter recorded 15 points, 16 boards and three assists in 35 minutes.

Porter is probable for Friday's game against the Spurs due to a left quadriceps contusion.

EDGE Analysis

Porter has been dealing with a knee issue recently but hasn't been forced to miss time in over two months. Although he's dealing with a quadriceps issue ahead of Friday's matchup, he'll likely be available once again.

Porter had 18 points (7-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds and two assists over 37 minutes during Wednesday's 116-107 win over the Timberwolves.

EDGE Analysis

Porter hasn't missed a game this month despite playing with a knee injury. Although his rebounding totals remain steady, Porter's scoring numbers tend to fluctuate depending on how the flow of the game develops. The Nuggets will need an extra dose of aggressiveness from him as they try to seal up the top seed in the Western Conference.

Porter (knee) is available for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, as expected.

EDGE Analysis

Porter was listed as probable on the initial injury report, so there was never much doubt about his status, but now we have official confirmation that he'll be active. Make sure you've got MPJ in your active lineup.

Porter (knee) is probable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Alan Horton of the Timberwolves Radio Network reports.

EDGE Analysis

Porter continues to deal with a right knee issue, but he'll likely be able to suit up once again in the second half of a back-to-back set. Over his last five appearances, he's averaged 16.0 points and 7.8 rebounds in 31.2 minutes per game.