(Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) reacts after making a shot and drawing a foul…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) reacts after making a shot and drawing a foul during the third quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Toyota Center in Houston. (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) smiles at Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas as…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) smiles at Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas as he runs back down court after hitting another 3-point shot during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Toyota Center in Houston. After I saw that third 3 go down, I knew it was going to be a special night. This season, Porter is averaging 16.7 points, 6.4 assists and 3.9 rebounds per game. Houston has seemed to be able to keep Porter out of trouble off the court, and it is reaping the benefits of his impressive play. (Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via AP), Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (21) jumps up to defend a shot by Houston Rockets guard…, Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (21) jumps up to defend a shot by Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Houston. (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) loses control of the ball as Milwaukee Bucks forward…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) loses control of the ball as Milwaukee Bucks forward P.J. Carry on…, — Kendrick Perkins (@KendrickPerkins) April 30, 2021. Just think the Cavs gave Kevin Porter Jr. up for nothing!!! I just really wanted to win this. The second-year guard connected on 16-of-26 shots (61.5%) overall, including a career-best 9-of-15 on 3-pointers (60.0%). 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Second-year guard Kevin Porter Jr. limped off the court and to the locker room during the third quarter of Wednesdayâs home loss to Philadelphia, and the Rockets ruled him out almost immediately, citing a left ankle sprain.Prior to his departure at Toyota Center, Porter had 16 points (46.2% FG) and 5 assists in 23 minutes. (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) reacts after a play during the third quarter of…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) reacts after a play during the third quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Houston. Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. got slapped with a pretty hefty fine of $50,000 after breaking the NBAâs health and safety protocols during a recent trip to Miami. (Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) hits a 3-point shot over Milwaukee Bucks center Brook…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) hits a 3-point shot over Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Toyota Center in Houston. Start every day with our most popular content waiting in your inbox. pic.twitter.com/eiFJ1INQ9I. High School: Rainier Beach in Seattle, Washington. While the pick Cleveland got in return is heavily protected, it clearly felt that Porter’s off-court issues were reason enough to trade him. You must be logged in to post a comment Login. 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Bickerstaff’s reaction to Kevin Love taking zero shots in 22 minutes vs. Wizards, Report: Unnamed former Cavs member claims that ‘most’ players would ‘welcome a trade for sure’. (Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via AP), Houston Rockets forward Kenyon Martin Jr. (6) pours water on Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr.…, Houston Rockets forward Kenyon Martin Jr. (6) pours water on Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) after the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Toyota Center in Houston. Here’s a pictorial look back at Thursday’s breakout game by the player who could become Houston’s next star. Tucker foul. Copyright © 2014 Cavaliers Nation, All Rights Reserved. Kevin Porter Jr. Bryan Kevin Porter Jr. Twitter: Kevinporterjr (KPJ) Position: Shooting Guard and Small Forward Shoots: Left 6-4, 203lb (193cm, 92kg) Born: May 4, 2000 in Seattle, Washington us. Former Cleveland Cavaliers first-round pick Kevin Porter Jr. dropped a career-high 50 points in the Houston Rockets win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Thursday.. Porter, who was traded by the Cavs to Houston for a top-55 protected second-round pick, has thrived since leaving Cleveland. Tucker (17) defends during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Houston. Video/Podcasts. The man had a 50 piece wing dinner Spicy with 10 biscuits on the side with the W tonight. Sign up for the Rockets Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. He has worked for NBC Sports, the Connecticut Sun and the Meriden Record-Journal covering basketball and other major sports. Properties. Kevin Porter Jr. had kept a straight face most of the night. Recruiting Rank: 2018 (28) I just came off a rough night against the Timberwolves (when he started 0-of-10). My team needed me to stay aggressive tonight, and we got the win. At only 20 years old, Porter did it approximately three years earlier than LeBron James — who pulled off the feat at 23. Even the defense of veteran Bucks guard Jrue Holiday, long known as one of the league’s top perimeter defenders, wasn’t able to slow Porter down. Former Cavs center and current NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins took a shot at the Cavs for giving up on Porter. (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) goes up for a shot during the first quarter…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) goes up for a shot during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Houston. CM Punk Talks Starring In âJakobâs Wifeâ And What A Potential Wrestling Return Would Look Like. Kevin Porter Jr. brushed aside his $50,000 fine from the NBA on Thursday to go off for 50 points and 10 assists to stun the Bucks. You'll now receive the top Rockets Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. ... Kevin Porter Jr., for being out at the club. (Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) reacts after making a basket during the fourth quarter…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) reacts after making a basket during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Houston. Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. was placed in the NBA and NBPA health and safety protocols, forcing him to miss Wednesdayâs game against ⦠College: USC. (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) is fouled by Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11)…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) is fouled by Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) during the third quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Toyota Center in Houston. (Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via AP), Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas talks with Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) during…, Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas talks with Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Toyota Center in Houston. Property of Ahn Fire Digital. Have a night, Kevin Porter Jr . (Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via AP), https://rocketswire.usatoday.com/gallery/photo-gallery-scenes-from-kevin-porter-jr-s-historic-50-point-game/. Former Cavs center and current NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins took a shot at the Cavs for giving up on Porter. (Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) celebrates after hitting another 3-point shot during the fourth…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) celebrates after hitting another 3-point shot during the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Toyota Center in Houston. With 50 points and 11 assists in Thursdayâs surprising victory over Milwaukee, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. became the youngest player in NBA history to record 50+ points and 10+ assists in a single game. (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) goes up for a shot past Milwaukee Bucks guard…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) goes up for a shot past Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (21) during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Houston. It was in me to come out here and give it my all, whether I scored a point or not. Shoutout to John Lucas who has been mentoring the young man. (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) dribbles the ball as Milwaukee Bucks forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) dribbles the ball as Milwaukee Bucks forward Thanasis Antetokounmpo (43) defends during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Houston. Porter had an impressive first season with the Cavs, but he was arrested this past offseason and then got into a major argument with Cavs general manager Koby Altman that led to him being traded. (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) drives defended by Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (21)…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) drives defended by Milwaukee Bucks guard Jrue Holiday (21) during the first quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Toyota Center in Houston. LeBron ⦠Denver Nuggets: Michael Porter Jr. exploded onto the NBA scene last season during the bubble, while Jamal Murray was out, and this season he's reprising that ⦠At only 20 years old, Porter did it approximately three years earlier than LeBron James â who pulled off the feat at 23. Kevin Porter Jr. (50 PTS, 11 AST) is the youngest player in NBA history (20 years, 360 days) with 50+ points and 10+ assists in a game. (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP), Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) shoots around Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) during…, Milwaukee Bucks forward Khris Middleton (22) shoots around Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) during the second quarter of an NBA basketball game Thursday, April 29, 2021, at Toyota Center in Houston. That’s all he needed was a lil off the court guidance! With 50 points and 11 assists in Thursday’s surprising victory over Milwaukee, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. became the youngest player in NBA history to record 50+ points and 10+ assists in a single game. It was an eye-opening performance by Porter, who earned high postgame praise from coaches and teammates and has even drawn a few comparisons to James Harden. Partner with USA Today Sports Digital Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) warms up before an NBA basketball game against the…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) warms up before an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Houston. (Mark Mulligan/Houston Chronicle via AP), Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) celebrates with forward Kenyon Martin Jr. (6) and forward…, Houston Rockets guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) celebrates with forward Kenyon Martin Jr. (6) and forward Jae'Sean Tate (8) after a play during the third quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Milwaukee Bucks Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Houston. Follow him on Twitter @peterdewey2. Peter is a graduate of Quinnipiac University where he covered the MAAC and college basketball for three years. (Troy Taormina/Pool Photo via AP), Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas embraces guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) after the Rockets defeated…, Houston Rockets head coach Stephen Silas embraces guard Kevin Porter Jr. (3) after the Rockets defeated the Milwaukee Bucks in an NBA basketball game Thursday, April 29, 2021, in Houston. The second-year player absolutely went off Thursday, scoring 50 points to go along with 11 assists and five rebounds in the Houston Rockets ' ⦠Soon-to-be 21-year-old Kevin Porter Jr. hasnât had the most conventional rise to fame in the NBA in his young career thus far. Kevin Porter Jr. ⦠He pounded his chest after a pull-up jumper. Still, the 20-year-old has thrived since being dealt to Houston. It was all up to me if I was going to keep being aggressive. Please check your email for a confirmation. 20-year-old Kevin Porter Jr. is the youngest player in NBA history with 50 points and 10 assists in a game , LeBron was the youngest entering tonight (23). Porter, who was traded by the Cavs to Houston for a top-55 protected second-round pick, has thrived since leaving Cleveland. He flexed a bit after he scored through a P.J.
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