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Porzingis - 10 things to know with detail
Kristaps Porzingis is a professional basketball player who currently plays as a power forward for the Dallas Mavericks in the NBA.
Porzingis was born on August 2, 1995, in Liepaja, Latvia.
He was selected as the 4th overall pick in the 2015 NBA Draft by the New York Knicks.
Porzingis quickly made a name for himself as a versatile player with a unique skill set, including his ability to shoot from long range, block shots, and grab rebounds.
In his rookie season with the Knicks, Porzingis was named to the NBA All-Rookie First Team.
Porzingis was selected to play in the NBA All-Star Game in 2018, representing the New York Knicks.
In February 2018, Porzingis suffered a torn ACL injury that sidelined him for the rest of the season and the following season as well.
In January 2019, Porzingis was traded to the Dallas Mavericks in a blockbuster deal that sent him to a new team alongside Luka Doncic.
Porzingis made his debut with the Mavericks in the 2019-2020 season, quickly becoming an integral part of the team's success.
Off the court, Porzingis is known for his philanthropic efforts, including his work with children in Latvia through his foundation, the Kristaps Porzingis Foundation.