Golden State Warriors big man Kristaps Porzingis is stepping away from basketball to prioritize his health, he announced Friday on social media.
Porzingis has yet to play this season as he continues to deal with symptoms from postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS).
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— Kristaps Porzingis (@kporzee) November 6, 2026
The Warriors reportedly stopped paying Porzingis for failing to render services.
The big man was set to earn $20 million in the first season of a two-year, $40-million contract extension inked last June.
Porzingis said in his statement that he's willing to work with Golden State to find a solution.
Any team that acquires Porzingis won't be on the hook for his salary.
