Warriors' Kristaps Porzingis sidelined as team explores trade options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 7:54 PM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Kristaps Porzingis remains out as the Golden State Warriors begin the 2026-27 NBA season. The 31-year-old is dealing with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome, impacting his career. Sources indicate the Warriors are considering trade packages for Porzingis as they seek to address their center position, especially after losing Quentin Post to the Memphis Grizzlies in free agency. Porzingis has clarified rumors about his health but is reportedly contemplating his future in basketball.
- •Porzingis is out due to ongoing health issues.
- •Warriors are exploring trades to address center depth.
- •Porzingis clarified his health status on social media.
- •Warriors lost Quentin Post over the summer.
- •Team executive Mike Dunleavy noted center issues are complex.
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