Denver Nuggets Coach Disagrees With Star’s Viral Statement

Last week, Nuggets star Michael Porter Jr. revealed that he apologized to the Denver Nuggets for their shocking second-round loss against the Minnesota Timberwolves. When Nuggets head coach Michael Malone was asked about his star's comments, he vehemently disagreed with them.

"I'd be remiss if I didn't say that I couldn't disagree with him more," Malone said. "I don't want Michael Porter putting the series loss on him. We win together, we lose together. Michael is a huge part of our team. We do not beat the LA Lakers without Michael Porter's stellar play, efficient play."

"I'd be remiss if I didn't say that I couldn't disagree with more. I don't want Michael Porter putting the series loss on him. We win together, we…MIchael Porter Jr.'s play during the NBA Playoffs was the definition of a double-edged sword. Against the Lakers, MPJ averaged 22.8 points and 8.4 rebounds on 55/49/77 shooting from the field. Against the Timberwolves, he averaged 10.7 points and 5.7 rebounds on 37/33/77 shooting.

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