Podziemski out for Warriors opener at Lakers with back soreness

Played all 82 last season; Curry probable

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 44m1 min read

Brandin Podziemski is out for the Warriors tomorrow night in Los Angeles. Lower back soreness. He played all 82 games la Via @anthonyVslater on X

What happened: Golden State opens Wednesday night in Los Angeles against the Lakers. Podziemski sat out practice with lower back soreness. Curry went through practice and is listed as probable.

Why it matters: The missed opener ends Podziemski's run of availability after all 82 games last season. His absence shifts early backcourt minutes after his five-year, $110 million extension.

By the numbers: Podziemski played all 82 games in 2025-26.

What to watch: Tipoff is Wednesday night in Los Angeles. Golden State's next injury report will clarify availability beyond the opener.

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@anthonyVslater 2026-10-20T23:50:59.512555+00:00

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