Mike Dunleavy Predicts Brandin Podziemski’s Rise as the Warriors’ Next Unstoppable Force—What’s His Secret?

For nearly twenty years, Steph Curry has not just been the Golden State Warriors’ star—he’s been their heartbeat, their emblem, the man who carried the franchise on his back with style and grit. But as every era bends towards change, we have to ask: who’s ready to pick up that mantle when Curry decides to hang up his sneakers? Enter Brandin Podziemski, a young guard whose hunger to become the next face of the franchise is as palpable as the pressure itself. It’s a bold claim, one that’s caught the wary yet intrigued eye of GM Mike Dunleavy, who admits the future is murky but seems genuinely impressed by the kid’s drive and self-belief. With Podziemski stepping into his third NBA season, building on a rookie campaign that earned him All-Rookie honors and a sophomore season marked by solid stats and steady growth, the Warrior brass—and fans—are keeping a close watch. Leadership isn’t just about numbers, after all. It’s about trust, presence, and that intangible spark that signals a player is ready to carry a dynasty forward. For now, though, it’s all about the here and now—striving for the next championship while the question of “who’s next?” simmers in the background. LEARN MORE