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SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 25: Kristaps Porzingis #7 of the Golden State Warriors looks on during a break in play against the Brooklyn Nets during the first half at Chase Center on March 25, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kelley L Cox/Getty Images)
On Sunday night, the Golden State Warriors are playing the Denver Nuggets in Colorado.
Kristaps Porzingis had 14 points, two rebounds, two assists and one steal while shooting 5/7 from the field and 4/4 from three-point range in his first 14 minutes of playing time.
Golden State Warriors Star Kristaps Porzingis Made History
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 10: Kristaps Porzingis #7 of the Golden State Warriors shoots the ball against the Chicago Bulls during the first half at Chase Center on March 10, 2026 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
During the game, Porzingis also made NBA history.
He made his 1,000th career three-pointer, becoming the 185th player to reach the milestone.
The Golden State Warriors wrote: “Big man, big buckets ⚡️ Congrats to Kristaps Porzingis on 1,000 career threes”
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 13: Kristaps Porzingis #7 of the Golden State Warriors slam dunks over Jaden McDaniels #3 of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first half at Chase Center on March 13, 2026 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
Porzingis has been very good when he’s been on the floor for Golden State.
In 10 games for the franchise, he is averaging 17.1 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.6 assists and 1.4 blocks per contest while shooting 43.4% from the field and 31.5% from three-point range.
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 27: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors hugs Kristaps Porzingis #7 after the game against the Washington Wizards at Chase Center on March 27, 2026 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)
Porzingis’ NBA Career
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 27: Kristaps Porzingis #7 of the Golden State Warriors dribbles against Leaky Black #14 of the Washington Wizards in the third quarter at Chase Center on March 27, 2026 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Eakin Howard/Getty Images)
Porzingis was the fourth pick in the 2015 NBA Draft by the New York Knicks.
He has also had stints with the Atlanta Hawks, Dallas Mavericks, Washington Wizards and Boston Celtics over 11 seasons in the league.
The Hawks traded him to the Warriors last month.
Nate Duncan wrote (on March 28): “It’s possible that Kristaps Porzingis already has 3 games for the Warriors that might end up better than any Jonathan Kuminga has for Atlanta. Obviously lots of time still in both players’ careers, but Warriors have won the trade so far.”
GettyATLANTA, GEORGIA – OCTOBER 22: Kristaps Porzingis #8 of the Atlanta Hawks sets up for a shot during the second quarter against the Toronto Raptors at State Farm Arena on October 22, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)
Porzingis has dealt with a lot of health issues during his time as a pro.
That said, he is one of the best forwards in the league when on the floor.
During the 2024 season, Porzingis helped lead the Celtics to the NBA Championship.
Golden State Before Nuggets Game
GettyOKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA – MARCH 7: Kristaps Porzingis #7 of the Golden State Warriors handles the ball while being defended by Luguentz Dort #5 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the second half at Paycom Center on March 7, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Joshua Gateley/Getty Images)
The Warriors are currently the tenth seed in the Western Conference with a 36-38 record in 74 games.
They are in the middle of a three-game winning streak (and 4-6 over their last ten).
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years.
He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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