Blazers, Heat, Nuggets, Kings Interested In Kevin Porter Jr

Free agent guard Kevin Porter Jr. is drawing strong interest from several NBA teams following his release by the Milwaukee Bucks. The Denver Nuggets and Sacramento Kings previously explored trade options for the veteran combo guard before he was waived, and both maintain their interest. The Portland Trail Blazers and Miami Heat have also joined the pursuit to sign him as a free agent.

Portland is seeking backcourt reinforcements after early-season injuries to Ja Morant, Vit Krejci, and Shaedon Sharpe. Meanwhile, the Heat and Nuggets are targeting scoring depth for their benches. Sacramento is also seeking a backup guard behind rookie Darius Acuff Jr. after trading Nique Clifford to clear luxury tax space.