​Michael Porter Jr. has made it pretty clear where he’d like Peyton Watson to end up.With Watson still unsigned in restricted free agency, Porter admitted during a Fanatics Fest appearance that he’s trying to convince his former Denver Nuggets teammate to join him in Brooklyn.”He boutta sign for $130 million. I’m tryna get him in Brooklyn, though,” Porter said while talking with fans alongside Watson.Micheal Porter Jr. is trying to recruit Peyton Watson to play for the Nets 👀“He boutta sign for $130 million. I’m tryna get him in Brooklyn, though.”MPJ and Watson played together in Denver 🤔(via rayasianboy/Twitch) pic.twitter.com/VmV8fwlAxc— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) July 18, 2026It wasn’t the first time Porter has fueled speculation about a reunion. The two spent three seasons together in Denver before Porter was traded to the Nets last offseason, and they’ve remained close ever since. They were recently vacationing together in Europe and also appeared together at Fanatics Fest in New York, making it no surprise that Porter is publicly making his pitch.Whether that leads to anything is another question.Brooklyn has been linked to Watson throughout the offseason, but recent reporting suggests the Nets aren’t among the teams making the strongest push. Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported that league personnel have described Brooklyn as more of a “conceptual” suitor than an active one, with the organization reportedly reluctant to meet the $25 million-plus annual salary Watson is believed to be seeking.That price tag comes after the best season of Watson’s young career.The 23-year-old averaged 14.6 points, 4.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists while shooting 49% from the field and 41% from three across 54 games. His season ended early because of injury, and Denver missed his two-way impact during its first-round playoff loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.Even if the Nets decide they’re ready to make a move, landing Watson won’t be easy.As a restricted free agent, the Nuggets can match any offer sheet he signs. Denver has also reportedly been open to sign-and-trade discussions if the two sides can’t reach an agreement, although those deals can be difficult to complete under the NBA’s current collective bargaining agreement.Porter’s comments also come as he waits for his own contract situation to play out in Brooklyn.The veteran forward is entering the final year of his current deal, and while the Nets aren’t expected to rush extension talks, both sides have publicly expressed excitement about the partnership. Earlier this month, Porter said he believes the organization is “building something special,” while Sean Marks has repeatedly emphasized the team’s desire to maintain flexibility as the rebuild continues.Bringing in one of Porter’s closest friends certainly wouldn’t hurt, as those extension conversations eventually pick up.For now, though, there hasn’t been much to suggest Brooklyn is preparing an aggressive pursuit. Marks recently said th