Gоlden Stаte Wаrriоrs rооkie Brаndin Pоdziemski hаs nоt оnly eаrned а plаce stаrting аnd clоsing gаmes under Steve Kerr but hаs аlsо becоme аn unexpected vоcаl leаder аmоng seаsоned NBа plаyers.

In a recent article, a surprising incident was detailed involving Podziemski calling out Draymond Green during practice. Podziemski’s assertiveness came to the forefront when Green’s turnover led to a scrimmage loss, prompting him to remark, “We can’t afford turnovers like that! You cannot turn the ball over like that.”Green, taken aback by the rookie’s boldness, acknowledged the rarity of rookies challenging him. However, he accepted the critique, recognizing the importance of Podziemski’s vocal leadership. Despite the unusual circumstance, Green appreciated Podziemski’s willingness to speak up.With respect for Podziemski’s contributions on and off the court, Green didn’t take offense at being called out by the rookie guard.