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Kristaps Porziņģis Steps Away from Basketball Due to Lingering Health Issues

Kristaps Porziņģis Steps Away from Basketball Due to Lingering Health Issues
World Sports · 06:24:49 - Monday, 9 November 2026

NBA veteran Kristaps Porziņģis announced he will step away from basketball after an 11-year career, citing ongoing health issues. The 29-year-old Latvian center, currently under contract with the Golden State Warriors, has been absent from the team while dealing with persistent medical concerns. Porziņģis, a former All-Star, made the decision public on Friday, November 6, 2026.

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