In a recent NBA game between the Toronto Raptors and Denver Nuggets, Brothers Michael Porter Jr. and Jontay Porter shared a special moment by swapping jerseys after the game.
The Porter brothers swap jerseys after battling tonight 🤝 pic.twitter.com/pEwJVioBfJ
— NBA (@NBA) March 12, 2024
This was their second matchup in the NBA, with their first being back in 2021 when Jontay played for the Memphis Grizzlies.
In this recent game, Jontay had a career-high performance with 14 points and five assists, while Michael contributed 19 points and eight rebounds in Denver’s 125-119 victory.
The Porter brothers come from a basketball-oriented family, with their father being the director of player development at the University of Missouri and their mother being a former Miss Iowa Basketball award winner.
"Growing up me and Jontay were best friends"
MPJ on his relationship with his brother after facing off tonight 🥹 pic.twitter.com/HOBA8ToqGt
— NBA (@NBA) March 12, 2024
Michael and Jontay were homeschooled and grew up as best friends, often playing together in various basketball activities.
Despite facing injuries throughout their careers, both brothers have found success in the NBA, with Jontay signing a two-way deal with the Raptors in December 2023.
Michael expressed his happiness for his brother’s achievements.
Fans reacted as follows.
Am I the only one just finding out MPJ had a brother in the league?
— Onos (@0noriode) March 12, 2024
Denver had a nice ass comeback can’t even lie
— Derrick (Mahomes Burner) (@LoyalMahomes) March 12, 2024
It's heartwarming to see the Porter brothers exchanging jerseys after competing against each other. It shows their bond and sportsmanship, a true display of brotherly love on and off the court.
— Rebecca clements (@Rebecca55877576) March 12, 2024
Sportsmanship at its finest! 🏀👏 The Porter brothers sharing a moment and swapping jerseys after tonight's battle. 🤝 #NBA #PorterBrothers
— Muhammad Saeed (@saeedmalik91) March 12, 2024
Heartwarming moment. Can't imagine how nice it is having your brother in the NBA with you
— Deomarre, la connaisseur. (@DeOmarre) March 12, 2024
So much talent, such handsome young men from what I have seen a wonderful family. Love this.
— BertieRose (@lovebertierose) March 12, 2024
That’s so good to see. I can just imagine how proud the parents are. That’s awesome.
— Roger Bryce (@rogsb208) March 12, 2024
Well it's a part of game,
We need need to show sportsman spirit.
Good luck 🍀— Rubi (@Rubi4377) March 12, 2024
"That's the beauty of sports, isn't it? Turning childhood playmates into professional rivals while keeping the bond intact. Kudos to you and Jontay!"
— Michael Williams (@MichaelWil20607) March 12, 2024
Since everyone’s surprised about Jontay
Jevon Porter (brother) currently plays for Pepperdine
Lisa Porter (mother) was a standout player for Iowa
Coban Porter (brother) went to university of Denver
Cierra and Bri Porter (sisters) both played for Mizzou— Hunter Tyson is the GOAT (@KingOLandBaby) March 12, 2024
