Warriors' Porzingis steps away from basketball indefinitely
16 sourcesUpdated Nov 7, 20261 min read
Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porziņģis is stepping away from basketball to prioritize his health after his body failed to respond as hoped during his ramp-up for the season. He said he is not physically ready to perform at his expected level and will work with the Warriors to find a solution. Porziņģis, who has dealt with recurring health problems, has not played for Golden State since joining in a trade from Atlanta. Reports say the Warriors have halted payments on his $20 million salary because he is not providing services, a decision he is reportedly not contesting. Draymond Green said the team has moved forward with its available players rather than waiting for Porziņģis to return.
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The Warriors invested in him and this break could hurt their frontcourt plans if it drags on.
Porzingis has dealt with injuries for years so stepping away now makes sense if his body isn't cooperating.
