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Kristaps Porzingis Eyes MMA Career After Hawks Season

8/15/2025

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Kristaps Porzingis, newly traded to the Atlanta Hawks, intends to pursue mixed martial arts after his basketball career.
He has a strong passion for MMA, describing it as "very close to my heart."
Porzingis aims to make a significant impact with the Hawks, who seek to compete in the Eastern Conference.
He reports feeling healthy after recovering from injuries and is enthusiastic about the upcoming season.

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Story summary

Kristaps Porzingis, newly traded to the Atlanta Hawks, intends to pursue mixed martial arts after his basketball career.
He has a strong passion for MMA, describing it as "very close to my heart."
Porzingis aims to make a significant impact with the Hawks, who seek to compete in the Eastern Conference.
He reports feeling healthy after recovering from injuries and is enthusiastic about the upcoming season.