Former Knicks All-Star Kristaps Porzingis makes a major career announcement following years of injuries and a reported battle with POTS.
Former New York Knicks All-Star Kristaps Porzingis announced on Friday that he is stepping away from basketball to prioritize his health. The 31-year-old center has been sidelined from the Golden State Warriors due to ongoing physical setbacks, including a reported battle with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS).
In a statement posted on X, Porzingis stopped short of announcing a formal retirement, stating that his body has not responded as expected while preparing for the season. The announcement comes amid reports that the Warriors have begun withholding payments on his $20 million salary due to his continued absence.
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