Born and raised in Columbia, MO to Michael Porter Sr. and Lisa Porter
One of eight siblings, including four brothers (Jontay, Coban, Jevon, and Izaak) and three sisters (Bri, Cierra, and Jayda); family is very important to him.
His mother played college basketball at Iowa and his father played at the University of New Orleans.
Basketball runs deep in the Porter family; his mother played at Iowa, his father played at the University of New Orleans, Bri and Cierra at Missouri, Jontay plays in the NBA G League, Coban plays at the University of Denver, and Jevon plays at Pepperdine.
Proud Christian who leans on his faith.
Grew up a vegetarian, but has shifted to a mostly flexitarian lifestyle; he credits his diet for his energy levels and continues the see the benefits.
Ultimate example of physical resiliency after three back surgeries in five years.
Passionate about fashion and sneakers, and uses both to express his personality and values.
Outspoken about importance of mental health awareness; he had his therapist on an episode of Curious Mike.
2022-23 NBA Champion with the Denver Nuggets
Averaging career-bests in points, rebounds, and assists in his first season in Brooklyn (2025-26)
One of the NBA's best shooters year in and year out
