The Golden State Warriors and veteran big man Kristaps Porzingis have reached a two-year agreement worth $40 million, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. The deal includes a player option for the second season.
Negotiations gained traction over the past several weeks, with reports from ESPN’s Anthony Slater and ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel indicating steady progress toward a new pact. Wednesday’s agreement secures one of Golden State’s chief offseason objectives.
Short-term fit for both sides
Porzingis, 28, takes a substantial pay cut after earning at least $27 million in each of the last seven campaigns. The Warriors sought a shorter commitment at a lower salary, while the 7-foot-2 forward-center prioritized staying with a contender familiar with his skill set.
Trade-deadline addition
Golden State acquired Porzingis from the Atlanta Hawks at the February trade deadline, banking on his blend of size, outside shooting and rim protection to complement Stephen Curry, Jimmy Butler and Draymond Green. When available, he delivered: Porzingis provided floor-spacing offense and interior defense, but injuries and ongoing effects of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) limited him to 32 appearances last season.
The new contract keeps Porzingis in the Bay Area through at least the 2024-25 season, giving both player and team another opportunity to maximize the partnership.
Source: Hoops Wire
