Porter Jr. Says Going Out With Girlfriend Is Near Cheating

The Brooklyn Nets forward's remarks about fidelity on a podcast tour drew criticism from social media users.

Updated on Nov. 12, 2026 in Basketball

Porter Jr. Says Going Out With Girlfriend Is Near Cheating

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Brooklyn Nets forward Michael Porter Jr. said going out in any city with a girlfriend is nearly cheating and grounds for a breakup, responding to a hypothetical about his girlfriend planning a girls' trip to Miami. X users criticized the comments, and the clip was posted by @NBACentral.

Why it matters

The comments came after Porter was traded from the Denver Nuggets to New York and during a podcast tour, putting his views on relationships in front of a wide audience. The reaction shows how quickly athletes' off-court remarks can become public debate.

No hard statistics were reported; the story rests on Porter's quoted remarks in a podcast interview. The clip was posted on X by @NBACentral, and the exact date of the interview is not specified.

The players

Michael Porter Jr.

A forward who previously won a championship with the Denver Nuggets before being traded to the Brooklyn Nets, whose remarks on fidelity drew public attention.

Brooklyn Nets

The New York-area National Basketball Association franchise that acquired Porter in a trade from the Denver Nuggets.

The details

Porter was asked how he would feel if his girlfriend planned a girls' trip to Miami, and he said going out in any city with a girlfriend is nearly cheating. The comments were made during a podcast tour after his trade from Denver to New York, and X users posted responses criticizing them.

The podcast tour took place after Porter's trade from Denver to New York; the exact date was not specified.
The article covering the comments was published November 11, 2026.

Contextual Field

Comments on relationships from players in the NBA frequently draw social media reaction, as fans weigh personal opinions against expectations of public figures. Porter's remarks follow that pattern, with X users amplifying criticism of his view on fidelity while on a podcast tour after a trade.

Porter's remarks may draw continued attention to his public image and to the Nets' messaging as the season proceeds. Fans following him in fantasy or on the team should watch for any further public comments or statements from the franchise.

The takeaway

Athletes' remarks on personal relationships can carry professional consequences, and readers should note that the comments reflect Porter's own stated views rather than any team position. Following official team statements provides the clearest picture of how the organization responds.