The Golden State Warriors are playing it wild this offseason, right? They’ve made zero moves for outside players or trades, and somehow, training camp is just about here. But don’t let that quiet fool you. The real rumble is Brandin Podziemski’s extension, which needs to get done before the season starts.
The ‘Running It Back’ Gamble
Seriously, the Dubs are going with the “running it back” approach, big time. No new faces, no splashy trades, nothing from outside the organization. That’s a bold move when training camp is literally right around the corner! What does it say about their strategy? It definitely hints that they’re all-in on building their future around that small corps of young players they already have. They’ve gotta believe in what’s already in the locker room.
Podz’s Big Payday Looms
And when we talk about that young corps, Brandin Podziemski is absolutely at the heart of it. The man is extension eligible, and this isn’t some far-off date. The Warriors and Podziemski have until the eve of the season to actually agree on a new deal. If they don’t lock him up, he’ll play out his rookie contract this year and then hit next offseason as a restricted free agent. Nobody wants that kind of uncertainty hanging over the team! It seems like a new agreement is likely in the next couple of months, but man, the question on everyone’s mind is clear: for how much?
Warriors fans are gonna be on the edge of their seats waiting to see what number Podziemski inks. That contract isn’t just a payday, it’s a huge piece of how this “running it back” thing actually plays out for the Warriors’ future. Let’s hope for a smart deal before the season kicks off, because we all know what happens when these things drag!
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Originally reported by Golden State of Mind.
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