Brandin Podziemski Makes His Intentions Clear on Future With Golden State Warriors

That said, he is now extension-eligible after a season in which he averaged 13.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists while playing all 82 games, also one of just 18 players league-wide to do so. 

His durability and late-season surge, especially during stretches without Curry and Jimmy Butler, strengthened his case as a foundational piece moving forward.

Still, he understands the business side. The contrasting contract paths of Moses Moody and Jonathan Kuminga offered a real-time lesson. Moody secured stability early, while Kuminga’s prolonged negotiations ultimately ended in a trade.

For now, discussions haven’t formally begun, but Podz remains confident his agent and general manager, Mike Dunleavy, will handle that process in the coming months.

Should the Warriors See A Long-Term Future With Brandin Podziemski?

Brandin Podziemski’s late-season surge may have answered a question the Golden State Warriors couldn’t ignore all year, but there’s still speculation about whether he can be part of their next core.

The numbers suggest a strong case. Podziemski averaged 18.1 points in March and April, stepping into a larger on-ball role when front-line players were sitting on the sidelines. 

More importantly, he finished the season leading the team in total minutes, rebounds, and steals, while ranking second in points and assists.

That kind of all-around production, combined with playing all 82 games, looks promising, keeping durability and trust in sight as the two main traits Golden State has lacked in recent seasons.