Warriors' Brandin Podziemski is scratched for season opener against Lakers
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 2:32 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
Brandin Podziemski will not play for the Golden State Warriors in their season opener against the Los Angeles Lakers due to a back issue. The decision comes as a surprise for the 23-year-old, who is typically durable. Podziemski's absence could impact the Warriors' strategy as they start the season. The game is part of the regular NBA season, and further updates on Podziemski's condition may follow.
- •Podziemski is out due to a back issue.
- •The game is the season opener for both teams.
- •This is a surprise development for the Warriors.
- •The matchup is against the Los Angeles Lakers.
- 2:32 AMYahoo Sports — Warriors' Steph Curry gets good injury update, Brandin Podziemski gets bad news for Lakers opener
- 1:33 AMESPN NBA — Warriors' Podziemski (back) surprise scratch vs. Lakers
"The Golden State Warriors are up against it with injuries to start the season. It looks like they now know if Brandin Podziemski and Steph Curry will play in the season opener.
"The Warriors will be without Brandin Podziemski for their season opener against the Lakers due to a back issue, a surprise scratch for the durable 23-year-old.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsOct 21, 2026, 2:32 AMWarriors' Steph Curry gets good injury update, Brandin Podziemski gets bad news for Lakers opener
The Golden State Warriors are up against it with injuries to start the season. It looks like they now know if Brandin Podziemski and Steph Curry will play in the season opener.
- ESPN NBAOct 21, 2026, 1:33 AMWarriors' Podziemski (back) surprise scratch vs. Lakers
The Warriors will be without Brandin Podziemski for their season opener against the Lakers due to a back issue, a surprise scratch for the durable 23-year-old.
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