Warriors Missed Michael Porter | NBA News

The Warriors reportedly passed on Michael Porter Jr. at the trade deadline, opting instead for Kristaps Porzingis in a deal involving Jonathan Kuminga — a move that’s sparking debate. While Porter had a stellar season before a late injury and was rumored to be available for just two first-round picks, Steve Kerr apparently wasn’t sold on him. Porter’s offensive firepower — averaging over 24 points with solid efficiency — and better injury history make him a tantalizing upgrade over Porzingis, who’s struggled with consistency and scoring efficiency. Critics wonder why Kerr didn’t push harder for Porter, especially given the Warriors’ history of thriving with offensive-minded scorers like Klay Thompson. Porzingis’ defensive flaws and injury history add to the skepticism. The deal feels like a missed opportunity — trading Kuminga for a player with more upside and less risk might’ve been smarter, especially with Porter’s proven ability to create his own shot and dominate on offense. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c989bfc4e8b3f1f9