Michael Porter Jr.’s long-term future with the Brooklyn Nets is becoming increasingly uncertain, with an extension reportedly unlikely as the forward enters the final season of his contract.
Jake Fischer said he is “not expecting there to be an extension” for Porter, adding that among the players in a similar contract situation, he expects only Stephen Curry to receive a new deal. The report adds to uncertainty surrounding Porter after his first season in Brooklyn.
Porter joined the Nets ahead of the 2025-26 season and immediately became their leading offensive option. The 28-year-old averaged 24.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 52 games, shooting 46.3% from the field, 36.3% from three-point range and 85.9% from the free-throw line.
His perimeter shooting was particularly important for Brooklyn. Porter attempted 9.3 three-pointers per game and made 3.4, while his 7.1 rebounds per game also made him a significant contributor beyond scoring.
Those numbers came on a team that struggled throughout the season. The Nets finished 20-62, tied for the third-worst record in the Eastern Conference, leaving the franchise with questions about whether Porter fits its long-term rebuilding timeline.
Porter is scheduled to earn $40.8 million in 2026-27, the final season of his current contract. His situation therefore gives Brooklyn time to evaluate whether to make a significant long-term commitment or consider other options.
Nets general manager Sean Marks has previously indicated that the organization values Porter and would like to keep him. “We’ll have those discussions. We’ve got time. There’s no immediate hurry right now,” Marks said. “We value him a lot. He had a terrific year.”
Marks also emphasized his appreciation for Porter both on and off the court. “I love Mike, the guy, the person, the player, and I hope he is part of this team,” he said.
That stance contrasts with reports that Brooklyn could consider moving Porter if an extension is not part of the team’s plans. Chris Haynes reported that if it becomes clear early that an extension is not available, the Nets and Porter could eventually “part ways.”
The Nets also selected Mikel Brown Jr. with the No. 6 pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, adding another potential long-term piece to a roster that remains in the early stages of a rebuild. Porter’s scoring production could make him valuable to Brooklyn in the short term, but the team must determine whether a veteran entering his late 20s fits its broader timeline.
