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Kristaps Porzingis addresses health speculation on social media

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 15, 2026, 2:55 AM

Last updated Oct 15, 2026

Kristaps Porzingis addresses health speculation on social media

Summary

Kristaps Porzingis shared an update on his health on X amid ongoing speculation regarding his recovery from an unidentified autoimmune disease. He confirmed he is working with medical experts and expressed optimism about his improvement, stating he is getting better but remains frustrated with the speculation about his condition. Porzingis specifically dismissed rumors that he has HIV and expressed appreciation to fans for their support. The Golden State Warriors forward is focused on full recovery as he prepares for the upcoming season.

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•Kristaps Porzingis addressed health rumors on social media.
•He is recovering from an unidentified autoimmune disease.
•Porzingis dismissed rumors of having HIV.
•He expresses optimism about his health status.
•Warriors fans are supportive amid his recovery process.

Latest Updates

2:55 AMYahoo Sports — Kristaps Porzingis goes off on ‘internet doctors’ amid speculation over his unidentified illness

What they're saying

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Kristaps Porzingis has seen the speculation surrounding his health and the unexplained autoimmune disease he is suffering from. Porzingis has struggled with availability over the last few years due to injuries, but over the last year, there has been speculation that he’s been away from the court recovering from an unnamed chronic illness.
— Yahoo Sports

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