Steve Kerr Outlines Key Improvements for Brandin Podziemski in Third Warriors Season

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr believes Brandin Podziemski will take another significant step in his third NBA season, building on a second year where he made a big leap through the 'crucible' of starting and playoff pressure. Kerr wants Podziemski to maintain his shooting aggression and, crucially, improve his emotional maturity, specifically by 'leaving the refs alone,' which he sees as vital for Podziemski's energy, mindset, and the team's composure. Podziemski agreed, stating emotional maturity is key for his next leap and for him to be a reliable focal point when veterans inevitably miss games. Last season, Podziemski started 11 of 12 playoff games, averaging 11.3 points on 36.4% shooting, highlighted by a 26-point effort in Game 4 against Houston. After missing 12 games due to injury from late December to late January, he returned strong, averaging 14.9 points on 46.9% field goal and 41.2% three-point shooting in his final 34 regular season games.