The Golden State Warriors were already lacking their star Steph Curry coming into today’s game. And then they were left reeling with two quick ejections. Draymond Green and Klay Thompson were sent packing less than 2 minutes into the game. After a chokehold on Rudy Gobert by Green, and a skirmish between Jaden McDaniels and Klay, three quick ejections for both teams changed the face of the game.
Having started the game with three veterans in Klay, Green, and CP3, the Dubs were left with one level head in the game in charge of a bunch of young stars. What was expected to be a game that would see Chris Paul revive his Warriors career instead saw a new name step up for Golden State.
Rookie phenom Brandin Podziemski shines amidst chaos
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Amidst all the chaos, rookie Brandin Podziemski?had his moment of glory, defining his early NBA career.?The rookie sensation proved that he has it in him?made three in a row and led the Warriors in scoring.
Brandin Podziemski
ARE YOU KIDDING ME ⁉️ pic.twitter.com/IEF3VC5zfz
— Golden State Warriors (@warriors) November 15, 2023
The official GSW X page captured the sentiment succinctly, posting a simple yet powerful message: The fans were echoing the feeling ?Brandon Podziemski?ARE YOU KIDDING ME? that went beyond what you see on the screen.
After three quarters, the Warriors led, showcasing Podziemski?s strength and the flexibility of the team. Even though Dub Nation lost ultimately 104-101 against the Timberwolves, Podziemski?s performance had an impact that could never be erased. This was the first time in the season when two Warriors players got past the twenty-point mark, with Podziemski scoring a career-high 23 points and Dario Saric scoring 21 points.
Fan reactions pour in
The third quarter was ignited by Podziemski?s buzzer-beating 3-pointer, which triggered a wave of fan reactions on social media platforms.?It was as if the whole world caught fire, with the comment section turning into a field of joy.
Brandin Podziemski confirmed the third Splash Brother 💦 pic.twitter.com/K3tdvyh2RM
— RotoGrinders (@RotoGrinders) November 15, 2023
A fan said humorously, ?Brandin Podziemski confirmed the third Splash Brother.? Here are some more fan reactions.
Get this man an extension!!! pic.twitter.com/t0fTuO06iE
— lonely akuma YT (@thelonelyakuma) November 15, 2023
This kid is ready to play Steve Kerr. He needs to get him some consistent minutes.
— Jericho (@JerichoXVI) November 15, 2023
What a throw 😳😳
— CREED (@amazon_creed) November 15, 2023
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We found the next one
— rodlo 🪬 (@roddystr) November 15, 2023
GIFs, emojis and memes were created by fans to express their excitement upon the release of the highlight.?Amid the social media celebration, a consensus emerged: the performance of Podziemski transcended the best rookie?s night; it was the passing on of the torch of the bright future that the Warriors would be in.?When the video was going viral, Dub Nation?s fans had been waiting for Podziemski?s following chapter, turning it into a call to action for Dub Nation.
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The Warriors prepare for another challenge where they confront the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday at 7 p.m. In spite of these obstacles, Podziemski?s emergence provides a ray of hope for the Dub Nation. It shows that occasionally unforeseen heroes shine. Let us know in the comments what you think about this Mayhem.