Brandin Podziemski, an American professional basketball player, is a shooting guard for the Golden State Warriors in the NBA. The Warriors selected him as the 19th overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft following an impressive college career at Illinois and Santa Clara. Podziemski is recognized for his scoring prowess, versatility, and leadership acumen.
In addition, he is the son of John Podziemski and Barbara West, and he has a younger sister named Gabriella Podziemski. His entire family is highly supportive of his basketball career and takes pride in his accomplishments.
Brandin Podziemski's estimated net worth is around $1 million, similar to that of Canadian basketball player Olivier-Maxence Prosper. His primary source of income stems from his basketball career, and his earnings will likely increase shortly.
Brandin Podziemski has an estimated net worth of $1 million as of now. Image Source: Instagram@iab_podz
Likewise, Podziemski agreed to a four-year / $16,239,819 deal with the Golden State Warriors, with $16,239,819 guaranteed and an average annual salary of $4,059,955. For the 2023-24 season, his base salary is $3,352,440, with a corresponding cap hit and dead cap value of the same amount.
Podziemski, born on February 25, 2003, in Greenfield, Wisconsin, began playing basketball at St. John’s Northwestern Military Academy as a sophomore. Quickly establishing himself as one of the state's top players, he achieved impressive averages, including 35.1 points, 10.0 rebounds, 5.6 assists, and 4.0 steals per game in his senior year.
His outstanding performance led his team to a 23-1 record and a state championship, earning him the title of Wisconsin Mr. Basketball, the state's highest honor for a high school player.
Podziemski, a four-star recruit in high school, received offers from prominent programs such as Kentucky, Miami (Fla.), Vanderbilt, and Wake Forest. Opting for Illinois initially, he aimed for a significant role but played sparingly as a freshman. He transferred to Santa Clara to pursue greater opportunities to exhibit his skills.
Brandin Podziemski is a professional American basketball player. Image Source: Instagram@iab_podz
Podziemski excelled as Santa Clara's starting shooting guard, showcasing remarkable shooting percentages of 46.8% from the field and 40.7% from beyond the arc, averaging 21.8 points, 7.4 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game. He led the Broncos to a 24-8 record and a second-place finish in the WCC. Recognized as the WCC co-Player of the Year alongside Drew Timme of Gonzaga, he also received the WCC Newcomer of the Year and a first-team All-WCC selection.
Notably, he achieved six games with 30 or more points, including a career-high 38 points against San Francisco.
After his sophomore season, Podziemski entered the 2023 NBA draft while maintaining his college eligibility. Displaying exceptional athleticism, shooting abilities, and intangibles at the NBA Draft Combine, he garnered positive reception and chose to remain in the draft, convinced of his potential as a first-round pick.
Podziemski was chosen by the Golden State Warriors as the 19th overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft, marking the first time since Steve Nash in 1996 that a player from Santa Clara was drafted in the first round. Subsequently, he signed his rookie contract with the Warriors on July 3, 2023.
Podziemski had an impressive game for the Golden State Warriors against the Timberwolves, contributing 23 points, 7 rebounds, and 5 assists in the In-Season Tournament matchup.
Podziemski made his NBA debut on November 1, 2023, with the Golden State Warriors, scoring 23 points on 9-of-18 field shooting, 3-of-8 from three-point range, and 2-of-2 from the free-throw line. He also added 7 rebounds, 5 assists, and 1 steal in 39 minutes of play. The Warriors competed against the Minnesota Timberwolves in this game, ultimately falling 104-101.
Brandin Podziemski's romantic life has sparked curiosity. While some sources claim that he is single and prefers to keep his relationships private, others suggest that he has been in a long-term relationship with Nicoletta Orlando since high school.
Brandin Podziemski with the NBA Commissioner Adam Silver. Image Source: Instagram@iab_podz
However, Podziemski has not publicly addressed his romantic life, leaving his relationship status unconfirmed. Any updates regarding his personal life will be shared as they become available.
