SALT LAKE CITY, UT - JANUARY 28: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors warms up before their game against the Utah Jazz at the Delta Center on January 28, 2026 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images)
According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the team is inking him to a long-term contract ahead of the 2026-2027 NBA season.
“Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski has agreed to a five-year, $110 million fully guaranteed rookie-scale contract extension, agent Bill Duffy of WME Basketball tells ESPN. The deal includes a mutual option in the fifth year (2031-32) and a trade kicker,” Shams Charania reported on X on Saturday, October 10.
Brandin Podziemski’s Warriors Career So Far
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 28: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors poses for a picture during media day at Chase Center on September 28, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
The Warriors drafted Podziemski in 2023.
Coming out of Santa Clara, he was the No. 19 pick.
During his second and final college season, Podziemski appeared in 32 games. He shot 48.3% from the field and hit on 43.8% of his threes, averaging 19.9 points per game.
During his rookie season with the Warriors, Podziemski averaged 9.2 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists. He appeared in 74 games, picking up just 28 starts.
GettySAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – APRIL 09: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors is guarded by Bronny James #9 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half at Chase Center on April 09, 2026 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)
As a sophomore, Podziemski showed improvement while maintaining his shooting efficiency. He posted averages of 11.7 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.4 assists.
Last year, Podziemski appeared in 82 games for the Warriors, starting in half of those matchups. He shot 45.5% from the field and knocked down 37.1% of his threes. Podziemski averaged 13.8 points, 5.1 rebounds, and 3.7 assists.
GettyNEW YORK, NEW YORK – MARCH 15: Brandin Podziemski #2 of the Golden State Warriors looks on during the first quarter of the game against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on March 15, 2026 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Dustin Satloff/Getty Images)
The Warriors are still keeping their longtime franchise players intact with Draymond Green returning for another run, and Stephen Curry locking in a long-term extension.
However, the future has not been neglected. Podziemski will stick with the Warriors for years to come, as Golden State makes a notable investment in their homegrown first-round pick.
Justin Grasso Justin Grasso is an NBA/NFL reporter, covering trending league news, transactions, injuries, and player developments. He is a credentialed journalist with nearly a decade of insider access. More about Justin Grasso
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The Golden State Warriors have signed Brandin Podziemski to a big-money contract extension ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.
