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Brandin Podziemski named breakout candidate for Warriors this season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 1:18 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Brandin Podziemski named breakout candidate for Warriors this season

Summary

Brandin Podziemski has been identified as a breakout candidate for the Golden State Warriors heading into the 2026-27 NBA season. The fourth-year forward, selected 19th overall in the 2023 NBA Draft, starts the season with increased opportunities due to Jimmy Butler's knee injury. Last season, Podziemski averaged 13.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists in 82 games, starting in 43 of them. His scoring potential may be crucial as the Warriors look to support star guard Steph Curry. Podziemski is set to play a more prominent role, which is seen as an opportunity for significant growth in his game.

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Status Watch

•Podziemski selected 19th overall by Warriors in 2023 NBA Draft
•Averaged 13.8 points and 5.1 rebounds last season
•Started 43 games during the 2025-26 regular season
•Increased scoring opportunities due to Butler's injury
•More prominent role expected for Podziemski this season

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1:18 AMYahoo Sports — Former First-Round Pick Named Breakout Candidate for Golden State Warriors

What they're saying

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The Golden State Warriors didn’t make any major acquisitions over the offseason, so they’ll need some returning players to step up to help star guard Steph Curry, especially with Jimmy Butler still sidelined due to a knee injury. One particular young Warriors player has been named as a breakout candidate for the team heading into […] The post Former First-Round Pick Named Breakout Candidate for Golden State Warriors appeared first on HEAVY.
— Yahoo Sports

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