NBA veteran Kristaps Porziņģis announced he will step away from basketball after an 11-year career, citing lingering health issues. The 29-year-old Latvian center, who is under contract with the Golden State Warriors, has been absent from the team while dealing with ongoing health concerns.
Porziņģis made the decision public on Friday, November 6, 2026. The move marks the end of a career that included stints with the New York Knicks, Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards, and Boston Celtics before joining the Warriors.
