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Kristaps Porzingis Announces He’s Stepping Away From Basketball

Kristaps Porzingis has announced he is stepping away from basketball. The Golden State Warriors are currently withholding payments on his $20 million contract as Porzingis remains away from the team. The Warriors are searching for a trade of Porzingis in…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 10:03 PM
Kristaps Porzingis Announces He’s Stepping Away From Basketball
Key Things to Know
  • Kristaps Porzingis announced he is stepping away from basketball to prioritize his health.
  • The Golden State Warriors are withholding payments on Porzingis's $20 million contract while he is away.
  • Golden State is actively searching for a trade involving Porzingis to free up a roster spot.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Kristaps Porzingis has officially announced that he is stepping away from basketball to prioritize his physical health. The Golden State Warriors big man explained in a statement that his body did not respond as expected during ramp-up, preventing him from performing at his anticipated standard.

The Warriors are currently withholding payments on his $20 million contract while he remains away from the franchise. Golden State is actively exploring trade options for Porzingis in an effort to utilize his roster spot and contract value, while Porzingis expressed a desire to work constructively with the team.

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