Brandin Podziemski’s impending extension with the Golden State Warriors represents a critical crossroad for the franchise’s cap management. Eligible for a rookie-scale extension, the 23-year-old guard’s camp seeks a payday in the $22–$25 million range annually, driven by his starting-level production, high-IQ passing, and relentless rebounding.
However, Golden State prefers a conservative $15–$18 million sweet spot to preserve second-apron flexibility around Stephen Curry. Paying premium money to a low-volume creator carries real risk. If negotiations stall, Golden State can let the market dictate his value in restricted free agency next summer.
SB Nation asked Warriors fans which kind of extension should the Warriors give Podziemski. Here’s what they said:
Does Podziemski deserve the reported asking price he and his representation are seeking? Or does his profile as a low-volume creator make that too steep of a price to pay? Head on over to https://sportsbook.fanduel.com/navigation/nba to test your luck.