After floating in and out of the starting lineup to begin the 2025-26 season, Podziemski eventually assumed a permanent starting role over the final six weeks. Although he was outside the top 120 for the season, his numbers over the final two months were far more intriguing. In 27 appearances during that time, he averaged 17.5 points, 6.2 rebounds, 4.1 assists, 1.0 steals and 2.3 three-pointers in 31.6 minutes per game, good enough for top 65 value. Heading into the 2026-27 season, there is a good chance Podziemski will be able to retain a starting spot, especially given the fact that Golden State failed in its bid to land LeBron James. Both Podziemski and De'Anthony Melton could be interchanged in the starter's role, although both are also likely to have fantasy value, no matter the official designation. Podziemski's value has fluctuated over the course of his career, as has his playing time. If he can play upwards of 30 minutes on most nights, he should be able to flirt with top 100 value. Grabbing him with a late-round pick makes a lot of sense, even more so with Stephen Curry's ongoing age-related absences.