Even some homeless folks turn down money

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Michael Porter Jr. Offers Money To Homeless Man Digging Through Trash In New York City, Gets Turned Away

Michael Porter Jr., the newest addition to the Brooklyn Nets, found himself caught in a moment that was both heartfelt and humbling during his early days in New York. While walking the city streets, Porter noticed a homeless man digging through a public trash can and pulling out scraps of food, specifically what looked like leftover peanut butter and jelly sandwiches.

Moved by the man’s situation, Porter attempted to help the only way he immediately could: by offering him money.

"Man, I see a homeless dude over there, eating out of the trash. If I’ve got cash on me, I’m always going to try to help out a brother like that, man."

But what started as an act of kindness took a turn few expected. As Porter approached the man, cash in hand, he was shooed away. Still wanting to help, the 6’10” forward discreetly placed the money near the man’s belongings or inside a pocket of a worn jacket lying beside him.

Moments later, Porter watched as the homeless man angrily removed the bills and tossed them away, rejecting the gesture altogether and waving him off once more.

The scene left Porter visibly taken aback.