One-time All-Star center Kristaps Porziņģis has been away from the Golden State Warriors, as he has been facing an undisclosed health issue.
Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis announced that he is stepping away from basketball to prioritize his health and address long-term health concerns. The veteran center has not been with the team through the first three weeks of the season, prompting widespread questions regarding his immediate and long-term future in the NBA.
Amid his absence, reports indicate that the Warriors have stopped paying Porzingis his salary for being unable to render services. Golden State has also reportedly explored potential trade scenarios involving Porzingis and his contract, with multiple reports suggesting retirement remains a distinct possibility for the center.
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