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Kerr Reportedly Blocked Warriors’ Bid for Michael Porter Jr.

The coach’s reported refusal removes the coach approval the Warriors would need to spend first‑round assets on Porter.

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Overview

  • Citing a Wednesday report by Kevin O’Connor, multiple outlets said Steve Kerr opposed a trade for Michael Porter Jr. at the February deadline and is unlikely to support one now.
  • Golden State's front office reportedly advanced talks last February to the point of considering surrendering a first‑round pick for Porter.
  • Porter averaged roughly 24.2 points, 7.1 rebounds and 3.0 assists in 2025–26 but finished the season with a left hamstring strain and has prior ankle issues.
  • The Warriors control substantial draft assets that would make a trade possible, but Kerr’s lack of buy‑in is presented as the main barrier to using that capital.
  • Brooklyn has delayed a formal extension and has an agent meeting near the end of Summer League, which keeps Porter in trade speculation and on track to be a free agent after the 2026–27 season.