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Michael Porter Jr. Next Team Odds: Warriors Lead Market as Bulls and Lakers Emerge as Serious Deadline Contenders

Image Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

The Golden State Warriors are officially exploring ways to add a scoring wing, and Michael Porter Jr. has emerged as their prime target. After years of roster reshuffling and uneven results, Golden State is under pressure to maximize Stephen Curry’s remaining window. Porter Jr., with his size and shooting, represents the type of offensive weapon the franchise has lacked since its championship peak.

On January 1, The Stein Line’s Jake Fischer reported that the Brooklyn Nets have shown little interest in acquiring Jonathan Kuminga, complicating the Warriors’ path. That reality forces Golden State to engineer a three-team deal, finding a partner willing to take Kuminga while sending assets Brooklyn actually wants. With the February 5 trade deadline approaching, sportsbooks have sharpened odds on Porter Jr.’s next team, separating serious suitors from speculative chatter.

Draymond gives Michael Porter Jr the ‘who made the jump’ award for December

“He is one the guys leading in trade talks because he is playing great basketball. He was the number 1 player coming out of high school”

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— Fullcourtpass (@Fullcourtpass) January 9, 2026

Michael Porter Jr. Next Team Odds

Teams	DraftKings Odds
Golden State Warriors	+300
Chicago Bulls	+400
Los Angeles Lakers	+600
Orlando Magic	+700
Boston Celtics	+800
LA Clippers	+900
Portland Trail Blazers	+900
Phoenix Suns	+1400
Toronto Raptors	+1800

Golden State Warriors (+300)

Golden State sits atop the odds board, reflecting both urgency and fit. Porter Jr. would slide seamlessly into the Warriors’ rotation, offering floor spacing and secondary scoring alongside Curry. His career averages — 17.0 points, 6.5 rebounds, 49.9% FG, 40.7% 3PT — highlight his efficiency. The challenge lies in structuring a three-team deal, but if Chicago steps in as facilitator, Golden State could finally secure the scoring wing they’ve been chasing.

Chicago Bulls (+400)

Chicago’s involvement stems from Coby White’s contract situation. Averaging 19.6 points and 4.8 assists, White is entering free agency this summer, with extension limits below his market value. Rather than risk losing him for nothing, the Bulls may move him. In a proposed framework, Chicago would receive Kuminga and Trayce Jackson-Davis, giving them youthful talent and a future first-rounder. For the Bulls, this represents a chance to reset their wing rotation while avoiding a looming free-agent dilemma.

Los Angeles Lakers (+600)

The Lakers remain perennial players in trade rumors. Adding Porter Jr. would give LeBron James and Luka Doncic another floor spacer, easing offensive pressure. The fit is clean, but the odds reflect the difficulty of assembling a package that satisfies Lakers and Brooklyn. Without significant draft capital, Los Angeles faces an uphill climb.