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That Was His Goodbye to Me" - Michael Porter Jr. Reveals Nikola Jokic's Wild Group Chat Message to Nuggets Teammate's Exit Post Nets Deal

Nikola Jokic offered Michael Porter Jr. lighthearted advice after his trade to the Brooklyn Nets, highlighting their enduring camaraderie despite the NBA offseason changes.

  • Earlier this year the Denver Nuggets traded Michael Porter Jr. to the Brooklyn Nets after seven seasons, ending his tenure in a deal featuring Cameron Johnson.
  • Denver Nuggets' decision reflected strategic roster adjustments ahead of the 2025-26 season as they prepare to integrate Cameron Johnson; the trade underscored routine player movement though it carried emotional weight for teammates.
  • Porter Jr. revealed on the Glory Daze podcast that Jokic messaged, `Make sure you wear condom out there`, which Porter Jr. said was Jokic's goodbye and included `wrap it up out there in NYC`.
  • Meanwhile, Michael Porter Jr. joins the Brooklyn Nets and will be expected to take on a larger offensive role amid online reaction of laughter and disbelief from fans on social media.
  • Since the trade, Michael Porter Jr. has undertaken an extensive media tour with controversial comments drawing criticism, and observers warned these could invite scrutiny, even as Nikola Jokic's farewell highlights lasting camaraderie.
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Sports Illustrated broke the news in New York, United States on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
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