The Golden State Warriors have stopped paying Kristaps Porziņģis his $20 million salary, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania and Anthony Slater. The 31-year-old forward is currently away from the team, managing recurring symptoms of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), a condition that causes an abnormal increase in heart rate upon standing. Despite his absence, Porziņģis remains a viable asset for the Warriors, who are actively seeking to move him before the February 11 NBA trade deadline.
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Financial implications of the standoff are significant, with analyst Bobby Marks estimating the decision costs Porziņģis $218,341 per game. The player is not disputing the lack of payments, and the Warriors have no plans to void his contract. Porziņģis signed a two-year, $40 million deal this summer, but only $3 million of the second season is guaranteed, creating a complex financial landscape for both parties as the trade window approaches.
Porziņģis recently released a statement confirming he is working with doctors to improve his health after reports surfaced that he was contemplating his NBA future. While POTS symptoms vary widely, the veteran’s condition has forced a pause in his career, leaving the Warriors to navigate a delicate balance between roster flexibility and financial obligations as they prepare for a potential trade.
Source: Yahoo Sports
