The Denver Nuggets have shaken up their roster, trading Michael Porter Jr. and an unprotected 2032 first-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets for Cam Johnson, per ESPN. The move, executed by new front-office leaders Ben Tenzer and Jon Wallace, saves Denver $17 million per season, moving them under the luxury tax and unlocking the $14.1 million non-taxpayer midlevel exception. Johnson, a 39% career 3-point shooter, averaged 18.8 points last season and is seen as a versatile fit alongside Nikola Jokić.
Porter, a key part of Denver’s 2023 championship, struggled in the 2025 playoffs due to a shoulder injury. The Nets gain a 40% 3-point shooter and a valuable future pick. Fans on X are split, with some praising Denver’s flexibility and others questioning the loss of Porter.