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 wrote that he has decided to "step away from the game" as he prioritizes his well-being.
The announcement came via a post on X, formerly Twitter, and was reported by the San Francisco Chronicle. Porzingis, who joined the Warriors in the offseason, did not specify a timeline for a potential return. The team has not yet released an official comment on the matter.
