| Human Profile | |
| Name: | Brandin Thomas Podziemski |
| Birthday: | February 25, 2003 (age 22 years), Born in Greenfield, Wisconsin |
| Height: | 6'4" (193 cm) |
| Education: | Muskego High School (No Degree) St. John's Northwestern Military Academy (Diploma) University of Illinois (No Degree), Recreation, Sport and Tourism Santa Clara University (Dropped Out), Communication |
Overview
Brandin Thomas Podziemski is an American professional basketball player of Polish heritage for the Golden State Warriors, known for being Wisconsin Mr. Basketball and Gatorade Player of the Year in high school, a collegiate standout at Santa Clara, and for a notable rookie performance for the Warriors comparable to Stephen Curry.
Latest News (Feb 12, 2026): Brandin Podziemski recently recorded 16 points and five assists in a victory over the Memphis Grizzlies, stepping into a primary playmaking role for the Golden State Warriors with Stephen Curry sidelined. After overcoming a brief illness, Brandin Podziemski also contributed 14 points and six rebounds against the Los Angeles Lakers as he continues to serve as a key facilitator heading into the All-Star break.
Early Life and Education
Brandin Thomas Podziemski was born on February 25, 2003, in Greenfield, Wisconsin. He attended St. John’s Northwestern Military Academy in Delafield, Wisconsin for high school. After not playing on the varsity team during his freshman year at Muskego High School, he transferred to St. John’s Northwestern. There, he became a standout player, earning first-team All-State honors as a sophomore after averaging 22.5 points and 9.3 rebounds per game. He repeated as a first-team All-State selection in his junior year with averages of 27.6 points and 9.2 rebounds.
His high school career culminated in his senior year when he was named Wisconsin Mr. Basketball, averaging 35.1 points, ten rebounds, 5.6 assists, and four steals per game. In 2021, he was also recognized as the Gatorade Player of the Year for Wisconsin boys’ basketball.
Collegiate Career
Brandin Thomas Podziemski began his college basketball career at the University of Illinois, playing for the Fighting Illini. During his freshman season, he played in 16 games off the bench and averaged 1.4 points per game. Following this season, he entered the NCAA transfer portal.
He then transferred to Santa Clara University, where he joined the Broncos. In his first season with Santa Clara, he was the team’s starting shooting guard. He had an immediate impact, scoring 30 points, with 9 rebounds and 5 steals in his debut game against Eastern Washington.
Professional Career
The Golden State Warriors selected Brandin Thomas Podziemski with the nineteenth overall pick in the 2023 NBA draft. On July 3, 2023, he signed a contract with the team.
During his rookie season, he achieved a notable milestone. On December 12, 2023, in a game against the Phoenix Suns, he recorded over 20 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists. This performance made him the first rookie for the Golden State Warriors to achieve such stats in a single game since Stephen Curry in the 2009–10 season.
Personal Life
Brandin Thomas Podziemski is of Polish heritage and has expressed pride in his roots. He has mentioned a desire to potentially represent Poland in international competition.