Overview
- He said doctors identified postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome after a months-long mystery that left him exhausted and dizzy.
- At its worst, simply standing pushed his heart rate to about 130 beats per minute, leaving him unable to play extended stretches.
- Symptoms began in late February, were initially labeled a viral illness, and preceded a postseason drop to 25 total points over six semifinal games.
- He reports no special medication is required, with a high-salt diet and a regimented off-court rest schedule forming his management plan.
- He played for Latvia at EuroBasket, participated in preseason, made his Atlanta debut on Wednesday, and starts the final year of an extension-eligible contract after a multi-team trade.