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Porzingis out indefinitely with health issues: Pacific Division roundup
Warriors big man Kristaps Porzingis is out indefinitely, while the Clippers roll past Denver 122-110 and keep reshaping their camp roster.
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Uncertainty is rising in the Bay Area as Kristaps Porzingis has been ruled out indefinitely with health issues, while down the coast the Clippers rolled past Denver 122-110 and kept reshaping their camp roster. Here’s everything you need to know from the last 24 hours in the Pacific Division.
Golden State Warriors: Porzingis sidelined indefinitely
According to Hoops Rumors, citing a team press release, Warriors big man Kristaps Porzingis will remain out indefinitely due to undisclosed health issues. He has missed training camp and the team’s first five preseason games because of the health-related matter but has returned to the Warriors’ practice facility.
CBS Sports notes that Porzingis has publicly addressed his situation for the first time and tried to quiet some of the online rumors surrounding his absence. Golden State sits atop the division at 3-2, but the status of its star big man looms over the start of the season.
LA Clippers: statement win, bodies returning, roster cut
On the floor, the Clippers delivered a strong result with a 122-110 win over the Nuggets, pushing their record to 2-1 and reinforcing an encouraging start despite being shorthanded for much of camp.
Hoops Rumors reports that Brandon Ingram has begun on-court work after his own absence, a sign that reinforcements are getting closer. However, Ingram still isn’t expected to be ready for opening night, per the same outlet.
The front office also made a notable camp move. As reported by Hoops Rumors, the Clippers have waived 2024 second-round pick Cam Christie. His $2,296,271 salary for 2026/27 was non-guaranteed, easing the cap implications of the decision.
More broadly, Hoops Rumors relays comments from NBPA executive director David Kelly, who reiterated the union’s desire to rework or eliminate the CBA’s second tax apron — a key issue for big-spending contenders like the Clippers.
Los Angeles Lakers: camp competition and a blunt message on Bronny
Across the hall, the Lakers (2-2) continue to churn the back end of their roster. After waiving small forward Cole Swider, they signed guard Jahmir Young to an Exhibit 10 training camp deal, as well as New Zealand forward Aniwaniwa Tait-Jones on a separate Exhibit 10 contract, according to Hoops Rumors. Both players will battle for a longer look with the organization.
CBS Sports reports that head coach JJ Redick delivered a candid assessment of rookie guard Bronny James, saying he doesn’t believe James has played well in preseason action. The outlet notes that James has struggled so far, totaling 11 points and 12 turnovers across four games.
Hoops Rumors also points out that the Lakers are among the franchises watching the second-apron debate closely, given their spending levels and long-term plans.
Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings: quiet day, depth tweaks
It was a quieter news day in Phoenix, where the Suns sit at 1-3 and continue looking for traction without any fresh headlines emerging.
In Sacramento, there was at least one move on the margins. Hoops Rumors reports that the Kings have signed big man Viktor Lakhin to a training camp deal. It’s an opportunity for Lakhin to make an impression as the Kings search for their first win after an 0-4 start.