Hawks' Porzingis Ruled Out vs. Heat with Illness

Forward has missed several games with Achilles tendinitis and POTS diagnosis

Feb. 3, 2026 at 6:55pm

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Atlanta Hawks forward Kristaps Porzingis has been ruled out of Tuesday's game against the Miami Heat due to an illness. Porzingis was originally listed as questionable with left Achilles tendinitis, but was then downgraded to out just hours before tipoff. This marks the latest absence for Porzingis, who has missed several games in recent weeks with his Achilles issue and a condition called postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) that he was diagnosed with last year.

Why it matters

Porzingis' health issues have been an ongoing concern for the Hawks, who are looking to make a playoff push as the trade deadline approaches. His absence will force the team to rely on the same lineup and rotation they've used in his recent games out, potentially impacting their performance against a tough Heat squad.

The details

Porzingis was initially listed as questionable for Tuesday's game with left Achilles tendinitis, an issue that has sidelined him for several games in recent weeks. However, just hours before tipoff, the team announced that he had been ruled out due to an illness. It's unclear if this new illness is related to the POTS diagnosis Porzingis received last year, or if it's a separate issue entirely.

  • Porzingis has missed games since January 7th with his Achilles tendinitis.
  • He was diagnosed with POTS, a condition that causes an abnormal heart rate, last year.

The players

Kristaps Porzingis

Atlanta Hawks forward who has been dealing with Achilles tendinitis and a POTS diagnosis.

Miami Heat

The Hawks' opponent on Tuesday, February 3rd.

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What they’re saying

“It's hard to tell this time of year with the trade deadline just a few days away, but Porzingis was diagnosed with a condition called postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) last year. Whether this sudden absence is related to either the trade deadline or his POTS illness is unknown.”

— Ciaran Doyle, Reporter (draftkings.com)

What’s next

The Hawks will need to continue monitoring Porzingis' health and status ahead of the upcoming trade deadline, as his availability could impact any potential roster moves the team makes.

The takeaway

Porzingis' ongoing health issues have been a concern for the Hawks, and this latest absence due to illness highlights the uncertainty surrounding the star forward's status. The team will need to find a way to weather his absences as they push for a playoff spot in the crowded Eastern Conference.