Career Timeline of Brandin Podziemski: Major Achievements and Milestones

How Brandin Podziemski built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Brandin Podziemski, nicknamed "Podz," is an American professional basketball player currently with the Golden State Warriors in the NBA. He previously played college basketball for both the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Santa Clara Broncos before entering the NBA. Podziemski is a rising talent in the basketball world.

Sections (2)

Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2021: Named Wisconsin Mr. Basketball

In 2021, Brandin Podziemski was named Wisconsin Mr. Basketball after averaging 35.1 points, ten rebounds, 5.6 assists, and four steals per game. He was also the boys basketball Gatorade Player of the Year for Wisconsin. He committed to playing college basketball for Illinois.

July 3, 2023: Signed with the Golden State Warriors

On July 3, 2023, the Golden State Warriors selected Brandin Podziemski with the nineteenth overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft, and signed him to a contract.

December 12, 2023: First 20/10/5 Game Since Curry

On December 12, 2023, against the Phoenix Suns, Brandin Podziemski became the first Golden State Warriors rookie to have 20+ points, 10+ rebounds (11), and 5 or more assists in a single game since Stephen Curry in the 2009–10 season.

December 16, 2023: Career-High Four Three-Pointers

On December 16, 2023, Brandin Podziemski recorded 19 points, five rebounds, five assists, three steals, and made a career-high four three-pointers in a 124–120 win over the Brooklyn Nets.

December 25, 2023: First Rookie with 9/6/5/3 Stats

On December 25, 2023, against the Denver Nuggets, Brandin Podziemski became the first rookie in NBA history to have 9+ rebounds, 6+ assists, 5+ steals, and 3+ three-pointers in a single game. He had 13 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists, and 5 steals.

2023: Declared for the 2023 NBA draft

In 2023, Brandin Podziemski declared for the 2023 NBA draft while maintaining his eligibility. After receiving positive feedback from the NBA Draft Combine, he decided to remain in the draft.

February 16, 2024: Played in Panini Rising Stars Tournament

On February 16, 2024, Brandin Podziemski played in the Panini Rising Stars tournament in Indianapolis for Team Pau.

May 21, 2024: Named to NBA All-Rookie First Team

On May 21, 2024, Brandin Podziemski was announced on the NBA all-rookie first team. He was also drafted to the USA Select Team alongside his teammate Trayce Jackson-Davis before the Olympic Games.

February 5, 2025: Career-High 29 Points

On February 5, 2025, Brandin Podziemski scored a career-high 29 points, along with 6 rebounds and 4 assists in a 131–128 loss to the Utah Jazz.

February 8, 2025: Rising Stars Game

On February 8, 2025, the NBA announced that Brandin Podziemski will play in their Rising Stars game as an injury replacement player for Cason Wallace.

February 23, 2025: First Double-Double of the Season

On February 23, 2025, Brandin Podziemski recorded 17 points along with a career-high 13 rebounds in a 126–102 win over the Dallas Mavericks, notching his first double-double of the season.