Overview

• Brandin Podziemski became the youngest player in Warriors history and fourth-youngest in NBA history to record a 25-point, 5-rebound, 5-assist playoff game with five three-pointers.
• His 26-point performance helped the Warriors secure a narrow 109-106 Game 4 victory over the Rockets, giving them a 3-1 lead in the first-round series.
• Podziemski credited his confidence and preparation for his success, saying the game validated his belief that he belongs on the playoff stage.
• Head coach Steve Kerr and teammate Draymond Green praised Podziemski’s poise and “irrational confidence,” likening his composure to that of a veteran player.
• The guard’s resurgence follows a midseason role adjustment after the Jimmy Butler trade, which saw his scoring average rise from 11.9 to 15 points per game.