Realdawg.com has confirmed earlier reports that Michael Porter Sr. has accepted an assistant coaching job at the University of Washington. His son Jontay Porter has already committed to Washington in the class of 2018. Jontay Porter is a 247 Sports composite 4-star power forward.

"We're extremely excited to have Mike and his family join us," said Romar. I've known him for many years and he will be a very valuable addition to our coaching staff. Mike has a very high level of experience in player development and also provides a network of recruiting in the Midwest that we have not really been able to tap into.There's no doubt he will help our program continue to grow and be a great mentor to our guys."

His other son, Michael Porter Jr. is a 5-star small forward/shooting guard. Porter Jr. is the number three overall player in the class of 2017. Washington is one of the favorites to land the highly touted recruit. Lorenzo Romar is also the godfather of Porter Jr.

Michael Porter Sr. before accepting the job at Washington, was an assistant for the the Missouri's women's basketball team. Porter Sr. turned down an offer from Lorenzo Romar to be an assistant last year. Their relationship seems to be a key factor in him deciding to come to Washington.

"I am extremely humbled and excited to have the opportunity to join the UW men's basketball program,"Porter said."The admiration, trust and respect my wife, Lisa, and I have for Lorenzo Romar stems from many years of watching how he lives his life and handles business. I'm grateful for the chance to work with and learn from a man who exemplifies everything I want to be as a husband, father and coach."

This is a huge news for the Lorenzo Romar and the rest of his staff. This can only be good news for UW's chances of getting Michael Porter Jr. in 2017.