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Porzingis Returns to Court, Vows Health After POTS Diagnosis

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Kristaps Porzingis made his second appearance for the Golden State Warriors on Saturday night, contributing nine points in a 104-97 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Latvian forward, sidelined for six games due to health issues, declared himself 'healthy now' after returning from illness. Porzingis warmed up on Thursday night in Houston, practiced Friday, and played 23 minutes against the Thunder, recording nine points, five rebounds, five assists, and one block.

He stated, 'I believe I will be healthy now,' expressing confidence in his recovery after a virus contracted late last February led to a diagnosis of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) by Celtics doctors. This condition, causing heart rate spikes and dizziness, significantly disrupted his career, limiting him to just 17 games for the Hawks prior to his trade to the Warriors on February 4th.