Warriors Star’s Bold Claim: Is He Destined to Redefine the Franchise’s Future?

So, here’s a little brain teaser for you: when the Golden State Warriors’ iconic duo of Steph Curry and Draymond Green decide to hang up their sneakers, who exactly gets handed the franchise keys? Brandin Podziemski, surprisingly or not, is throwing his hat in the ring, envisioning himself as the next torchbearer for a team that’s been synonymous with dynasty for years. Now, Podziemski’s got the stats to back his claim, but does sheer talent alone cut it in the high-stakes world of the Warriors? The fanbase is buzzing with skepticism, wondering if one man can fill shoes so gigantic without some serious backup. As the 2025-26 season looms, all eyes will be on Podziemski—can he rise from flashes of brilliance to the full-blown beacon Golden State desperately needs? Or will the team’s elusive next chapter require more than just hope and hustle? Let’s dive in.

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The Golden State Warriors have been led by Steph Curry and Draymond Green for years, but it won’t always be that way.

Everyone knows that eventually they will have to pass the torch, but it’s not clear who they will hand it off to.

Brandin Podziemski believes he will be capable of carrying the team once Curry and Green step away.

“When they leave this thing, they got to leave it with somebody. How can I have their trust? And they can go to (owner) Joe (Lacob) and (general manager) Mike (Dunleavy) and be like, “Hey, we want to leave it with him. He’s going to continue what we’re leaving. So, I think about that all time, and I set myself up in that position, to have that. And there’s a lot of other things than just skill that you need to be in that position,” Podziemski said.

Brandin Podziemski wants Stephen Curry and Draymond Green to pass the franchise down to him after they retire

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Podziemski is about to start his third season in the NBA after earning an average of 10.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, and 3.6 assists during his first two years with the Warriors.

During those seasons, Podziemski has shown flashes of brilliance and a youthful and determined attitude.

He has room for growth, and he wants to develop and become even better in the months ahead.

He envisions a time when Curry, Green, and Jimmy Butler step back from the team, and he is ready to pick up where they left off.

The Warriors’ fanbase isn’t sure if the team would be able to get by led solely by Podziemski.

They feel that the front office needs to bring in more talent in a post-Curry era.

If Podziemski wants to prove that he’s up to this challenge, he needs to have an explosive 2025-26.

He will need head coach Steve Kerr to use him often, and he will have to make the most of every single minute on the court.

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