Michael Porter Jr . had been patiently awaiting his opportunity to lead an NBA team throughout his first six seasons. His trade to the Brooklyn Nets this summer presented that opportunity, and he's making the most of it.

Porter Jr. is playing at an All-Star level as the Nets' No. 1 offensive option this season. The 27-year-old is averaging a career-high 24.9 points and 3.1 assists per game on 49/38/82 shooting splits. He scored a season-high 35 points on 13-of-24 shooting from the field and 7-of-11 from three while leading Brooklyn to a 116-103 win over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday.

When asked by ClutchPoints about the key to his breakout start, Porter Jr. gave high praise to Nets head coach Jordi Fernandez.

“I think Jordi is a genius of a coach,” he said. “He’s a genius in term

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