Warriors expect expanded role for Brandin Podziemski in upcoming season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 4, 2026, 6:41 AM
Last updated Sep 4, 2026
Brandin Podziemski enters his fourth NBA season with the Golden State Warriors facing a pivotal point in his career. With the team navigating a quiet offseason and managing the status of Jimmy Butler, projections indicate the 23-year-old guard could see an increased role. Joey Akeley of Warriors On SI suggests that an injury to Moses Moody may lead to Podziemski serving as the team's primary secondary three-point threat. Following an 82-game campaign last season, the guard holds a career average of 11.6 points per game and a 37.5% three-point shooting percentage. As he approaches restricted free agency in the 2027 offseason, his performance regarding consistent perimeter scoring and shot volume will influence his future contract standing with the franchise. Podziemski previously averaged 13.8 points while playing 28.5 minutes per contest during his last season.
- •Brandin Podziemski enters his fourth NBA season with the Golden State Warriors.
- •Projections suggest the guard will handle more three-point attempts and minutes.
- •The 23-year-old averaged 13.8 points per game across 82 appearances last season.
- •Contract negotiations for restricted free agency will occur during the 2027 offseason.
- 6:41 AMYahoo Sports — Warriors Get Crucial Brandin Podziemski Prediction Before Contract Year
"The Golden State Warriors have a critical season ahead, and Brandin Podziemski has a major opportunity at stake. Seeing as though he’s entering the final season of his contract, Podziemski can drive up his value by helping Steph Curry and the Warriors avoid slipping up for the second season in a row, after they came […] The post Warriors Get Crucial Brandin Podziemski Prediction Before Contract Year appeared first on HEAVY.
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