Steve Kerr, head coach of the Golden State Warriors, recently discussed the health condition of NBA player Kristaps Porziņģis while addressing rumors about his diagnosis of postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS). According to Kerr, the Atlanta Hawks' general manager Onsi Saleh firmly denied that Porziņģis had ever been diagnosed with POTS, contradicting previous statements made by the player himself when he was with the Boston Celtics, where he indicated that this syndrome had been affecting him. POTS is a serious condition that can lead to severe fatigue or dizziness if left untreated, and it raised concerns over Porziņģis’ ability to perform and complete games during the season.

Kerr recalled how he became interested in Porziņģis's health condition after hearing about his trade and reached out to Saleh for clarification. He expressed relief to learn that the rumors regarding POTS were not valid. This revelation brings some positive news as Porziņģis has struggled with injuries, having missed a number of games this season due to unspecified illness, which he has denied were related to any prior health issues.

Overall, the article sheds light on the complexities surrounding athlete health management, especially in high-stakes environments such as the NBA, where accurate information is crucial for teams and fans alike. Discrepancies in health reports can lead to significant assumptions about a player's condition and impact their marketability, playing time, and career prospects.