What happened: Kristaps Porzingis is being docked $218,341 per game under a failure to render services designation. The penalty represents a 1/91.6 deduction of his contract for each missed contest after the Warriors halted his salary.

Why it matters: While withholding pay reduces out-of-pocket payroll costs, Porzingis' full $20 million salary still counts against Golden State's salary cap, luxury tax, and apron thresholds. The financial designation leaves his expiring contract eligible to be moved ahead of the Feb. 11 trade deadline.

What to watch: The Warriors continue to evaluate potential trade scenarios for Porzingis while he remains away from the team.