In a surprising twist following his recent trade to the Brooklyn Nets, Michael Porter Jr. shared a lighthearted yet memorable farewell message he received from Nikola Jokic, his former teammate on the Denver Nuggets. During an appearance on Johnny Manziel’s podcast, “Glory Days,” Porter Jr. recounted the emotional moment when the Nuggets’ group chat erupted with messages of support, but Jokic’s stood out for its unexpected humor. “Wrap it up out there,” Jokic texted, adding a cheeky reminder to “make sure you wear a condom.”
This playful farewell underscores the camaraderie and unique bond between the players, even as Porter Jr. grapples with the bittersweet reality of leaving behind teammates he considers family, including Jamal Murray and Aaron Gordon. “It was tough saying goodbye,” he admitted, reflecting on the challenges of navigating the ever-changing landscape of professional basketball.
As Porter Jr. embarks on this new chapter with the Nets, he remains focused on his goals, recently hitting the gym with fellow star Trae Young to sharpen his s𝓀𝒾𝓁𝓁s for what he hopes will be his first All-Star appearance. With the NBA season heating up, all eyes will be on Porter Jr. as he seeks to make his mark in Brooklyn while cherishing the memories of his time in Denver.
Stay tuned for more updates as this story develops and the NBA season unfolds.