Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis announced on Friday that he is stepping away from basketball to focus on his health. In a statement posted on X, the 29-year-old Latvian forward-center wrote that he has decided to "step away from the game" as he prioritizes his well-being.
The announcement was reported by Luca Evans of the San Francisco Chronicle. Porzingis, who joined the Warriors in the offseason, did not specify the nature of his health concerns or whether the move is temporary or permanent. The 7-foot-2 veteran has dealt with various injuries throughout his NBA career, including knee and ankle issues that have limited his availability in recent seasons.
Porzingis was selected fourth overall by the New York Knicks in the 2015 NBA Draft and has also played for the Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards, and Boston Celtics before signing with Golden State. He won an NBA championship with the Celtics in 2024.
