Brandin Podziemski’s rise from rookie draft pick to crucial contributor for the Golden State Warriors has been nothing short of incredible. Despite initial concerns about his playing time, Podziemski’s commitment to getting to know the game has propelled him to a key position on the squad. And by demonstrating his ability and potential as a rising star in the league, he has been selected in the NBA Rising Stars Challenge.

Podziemski’s selection in the event highlights his tenacity and is an acknowledgment of his potential for a bright future in the NBA. However, before the challenge, in an interview, he showed his admiration for the greatest shooter in the NBA, Stephen Curry.

Brandin Podziemski wants to be like Stephen Curry

Brandin Podziemski is a big admirer of Stephen Curry and even Curry is aware of it. So in an interview, Podziemmski spoke about that and said, “I think he kinda sees how much I look up to him. How much I admire what he’s done, not only as a basketball player but as a husband, a father, and a businessman. So all those things that I watch him do on a daily basis and how he is able to control all the stuff, being the player he is, is something that I wanna be.” 

At only 20 years old, Podziemski has already demonstrated a high basketball IQ, notably in his ability to work well with top players. His eagerness to learn and adjust his game to fit into the Warriors’ system has been clear, and his confidence on the floor is also developing rapidly. Podziemski’s statistics assert his clear impact on the Warriors’ success, with an average of 9.9 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 3.9 assists per game.

Even his shooting efficiency of 46.4% field goal percentage and 38.5% from beyond the arc illustrates his scoring ability and adaptability on the floor. However, aside from stats, Podziemski has shown that he’s a clutch player for the Warriors by making game-winning plays for them on numerous occasions. His ability to step up in important situations has gained him respect and appreciation from both his teammates as well as the fans.

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Now as he continues to improve and hone his talents, the sky is the limit for this budding NBA star, given his talent, basketball IQ, and work ethic. And as Podziemski prepares for the Rising Stars Challenge, he serves as an example of the outstanding talent that the NBA possesses.

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