Michael Porter F BKN Mon 4/28/25 6:35 PM
Michael Porter
F BKN
Porter (shoulder) is listed as probable for Tuesday's Game 5 against the Clippers.
EDGE Analysis
Porter sustained a sprained left shoulder during last Monday's loss in Game 2, though he has yet to miss a matchup in this series. The sharpshooter has averaged 10.5 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.0 three-pointers and 1.0 assists across 34.0 minutes per contest in four first-round games thus far.
Michael Porter F BKN Sat 4/26/25 5:13 PM
Michael Porter
F BKN
Porter (shoulder) is available for Saturday's Game 4 against the Clippers.
EDGE Analysis
Porter has been upgraded from questionable to available Saturday despite dealing with a left shoulder sprain. Porter has averaged 31.3 minutes across the first three games of the series, and there is no indication he will be limited in Game 4.
Michael Porter F BKN Fri 4/25/25 9:40 PM
Michael Porter
F BKN
Porter (shoulder) is questionable for Game 4 against the Clippers on Saturday.
EDGE Analysis
Porter is aiming to push through the injury, and the questionable tag suggests the Nuggets will wait until closer to Saturday's contest to determine whether he'll be able to give it a go. If Porter isn't able to play, then Peyton Watson would be in line to see more minutes.
Michael Porter F BKN Fri 4/25/25 11:10 AM
Michael Porter
F BKN
Porter said Thursday that he is dealing with a Grade 2 left shoulder sprain but will try to play in Saturday's Game 4 against the Clippers, Ramona Shelbourne of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Porter mentioned that his injury normally takes about 4-5 weeks to recover, but he will try to push through it for the playoffs. The 26-year-old also said that his shoulder felt about 20-30 percent healthy, which could explain his struggles in Game 3. Regardless, Porter's status for Game 4 on Saturday is up in the air.
Michael Porter F BKN Fri 4/25/25 1:57 AM
Michael Porter
F BKN
Porter ended with seven points (2-9 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one block across 35 minutes during Thursday's 117-83 loss to the Clippers in Game 3 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
EDGE Analysis
Porter played through a shoulder injury but was clearly bothered, raising some doubt when it comes to his availability for Game 4. Porter suffered the injury during Game 2 and stated prior to the game that he would not be playing if this was the regular season. While the Nuggets certainly need him firing, discussions are sure to be had regarding his short-term value to the team
Michael Porter F BKN Thu 4/24/25 9:15 PM
Michael Porter
F BKN
Porter (shoulder) has been cleared to play in Thursday's Game 3 against the Clippers, Ramona Shelbourne of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Porter was tabbed as a true game-time decision leading up to tipoff after suffering a shoulder injury at the end of Game 2, and the team has now given him the green light to suit up after he made it through pregame warmups. The Missouri product bounced back in a big way in Game 2, racking up 15 points and 15 rebounds after being held to three points and four boards in Game 1.
Michael Porter F BKN Thu 4/24/25 8:40 PM
Michael Porter
F BKN
Head coach David Adelman said that Porter (shoulder), who is listed as questionable for Thursday's Game 3 against the Clippers, will go through his pregame warmup and be a game-time decision, Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
Porter sustained a left shoulder sprain during Monday's Game 2 loss to the Clippers. However, Adelman said the club is feeling "very positive," and the sharpshooter was able to practice Wednesday. If the 26-year-old forward is unable to play, Peyton Watson and Russell Westbrook are candidates for an uptick in minutes.
Michael Porter F BKN Wed 4/23/25 7:42 PM
Michael Porter
F BKN
Porter (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Game 3 against the Clippers on Thursday.
EDGE Analysis
Porter suffered a left shoulder sprain during Game 2 on Monday but was able to participate in practice Wednesday. The 26-year-old is averaging 9.0 points and 9.5 rebounds through two games in the series and would be a significant loss for the Nuggets. If Porter is unable to play, Peyton Watson is a candidate to slide into the starting lineup.
Michael Porter F BKN Wed 4/23/25 2:11 PM
Michael Porter
F BKN
Denver coach David Adelman said Porter (shoulder) was able to go through Wednesday's practice, Katy Winge of Altitude Sports reports.
EDGE Analysis
Porter, who suffered a mild left shoulder sprain at the end of Game 2, can be considered questionable for Game 3 for the time being. More clarity will be known when the Nuggets release their injury report Wednesday evening, however. During Monday's loss, Porter produced 15 points (6-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 15 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 33 minutes. If he's unable to play, Peyton Watson would be a candidate to see more run.
Michael Porter F BKN Tue 4/22/25 1:54 AM
Michael Porter
F BKN
Porter provided 15 points (6-11 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 15 rebounds, one assist and one steal over 33 minutes during Monday's 105-102 loss to the Clippers in Game 2 of the first round of the Western Conference playoffs.
EDGE Analysis
Porter bounced back from a terrible Game 1 performance, matching his season-high with 15 rebounds. While it wasn't enough to help secure the victory, it was good to see him out there when it mattered down the stretch. With the series now level at 1-1, Denver will be hoping to turn the tables when the two teams meet again in Los Angeles on Thursday.