Jody Fernandez praised Michael Porter Jr. for his positive energy, saying it inspired his teammates.
2025-12-08 08:13
Thanks to scoring from Michael Porter Jr., Deron Sharp, and Nick Claxton, the Brooklyn Nets defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 119-101 in another NBA regular season game of the 2025/26 season. Head coach Jody Fernandez stated in an interview that Michael Porter Jr.'s selflessness made the players more comfortable in the game and praised the star's positive energy for having a very positive impact.
According to the data, Michael Porter Jr. scored 35 points and contributed 3 assists for the Brooklyn Nets in this game, Deron Sharp scored 16 points and 3 assists, and Nick Claxton contributed 14 points and 10 assists.
Brooklyn Nets head coach Jody Fernandez said, "Michael Porter Jr. makes the game easier for his teammates. He never plays selfishly. He can create shooting opportunities, and he can make almost any type of shot. But when he properly spaces the floor, cuts quickly, moves consistently, and aggressively rebounds, it benefits everyone."
“All these details are important and will not be overlooked. His constant communication with his teammates, especially the younger players, demonstrates his maturity and shows that he is adapting to his new role. He has a smile on his face and exudes positive energy that is infectious. He is one of the key figures who brings the team together.”
Michael Porter Jr. said, "Yes, we're getting to know each other better and that's creating some great opportunities. I'm getting a lot of easy chances in the paint and then taking some jump shots from there. I'm trying to get out from the inside, and playing with these teammates makes it all easier."
