Michael Porter Jr. has always been compared to Kevin Durant even before he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in 2018. After all, given their size and ability to score in virtually anywhere on the court, the similarities may have its merit.

Moreover, prior to his draft, MPJ said that he sees his playing style as a mix of Durant and Giannis Antetokounmpo.

In an exclusive interview with ClutchPoints, though, Porter expressed his belief that he has grown into a different player now. While he acknowledged that some of the things he does before can be like KD and sometimes they are similarities to their games, they are now completely different players.

“We’re definitely different players. I think he actually got asked about that and he was like ‘Yeah, we’re just different.’ I think the same thing,” the Nuggets youngster said, referencing Durant's previous remarks saying “he's his own player.”

He added: “I just think the way we play can be similar at times, especially when I was younger, some of the stuff I do are very KD-ish, but now we’re definitely two different players. And I’m just looking to make my own mark in the league.”

For what it's worth, Michael Porter Jr. didn't hide his admiration for Kevin Durant. Considering that they have the same physical tools and are both considered gifted scorers, the Nuggets forward admitted he has always looked up to the Brooklyn Nets superstar.

In fact, MPJ went as far as to saying that, in his eyes, Durant is the best player in the NBA today. With that said, he understands he still has a lot to learn from the former MVP and two-time NBA champ before reaching the same level.

“He’s obviously, probably in my opinion, the best player in the NBA so there’s a lot to learn from him right now,” Porter added.

The Nuggets will be leaning more on Porter next season with Jamal Murray's injury status still undetermined. With a bigger role, the 23-year-old will certainly have the chance to make his own mark and step away from the shadow of KD and the other players compared to him. Furthermore, should he make the significant leap he believes he can take, an All-Star berth might not be too far off.