Bill Simmons questions Warriors' handling of Kristaps Porziņģis situation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 6:30 AM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026

Bill Simmons raised questions on his podcast regarding the Golden State Warriors' intentions with Kristaps Porziņģis. The center has not yet played this season due to health issues and has stepped away from the team, prompting speculation about his $20 million contract. Although Porziņģis averaged 16.1 points in 15 games after his trade to Golden State, there is current pessimism about his future with the team. Simmons suggested that the Warriors may have anticipated this situation, potentially viewing Porziņģis' contract as a trade asset. As of now, Porziņģis continues to prioritize his health and remains under contract.
- •Simmons questions Warriors' expectations for Porziņģis this season.
- •Porziņģis is currently away from the team due to health concerns.
- •Only $3 million of his $20 million salary next season is guaranteed.
- •Simmons speculates the contract could be a trade tool.
- •Porziņģis has not retired and is still under contract with the Warriors.
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"Bill Simmons is wondering whether the Golden State Warriors ever expected Kristaps Porziņģis to play this season. He also suggested the center’s contract could eventually become useful in a trade.
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